Gimlet

How to Make Gimlet

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1. Chill a coupe or cocktail glass in the freezer for 5 minutes, or fill it with ice water while you make the drink.

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2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the gin, lime juice and sugar syrup.

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3. Shake hard for 12 to 15 seconds, until the shaker is very cold.

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4. Tip the ice water out of the glass and strain the drink into it through a fine strainer.

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5. Float the lime wheel on top and serve at once.

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Tips for Making Gimlet

• Squeeze the lime juice just before you mix. Fresh juice tastes bright and clean, and bottled juice is dull and slightly bitter.
• For the old-fashioned version, replace the lime juice and syrup with 30 ml of lime cordial and shake with the gin.
• Shake with plenty of ice for a full 12 seconds. The dilution is part of the recipe, and a drink that is not shaken enough tastes harsh.

Common Substitutions & Variations

• Lemon is the everyday swap for lime in this kind of dish — the acidity plays the same role even though the flavour is not identical.

What to Serve with Gimlet

• Smoked salmon canapés
• Oysters
• Salted almonds

Storing & Reheating Gimlet

Best made to order. For a party, mix the gin, lime juice and syrup in a jug and keep it in the fridge for a few hours, then shake each drink with plenty of ice.

Gimlet FAQ: Common Questions

Gimlet Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.