Classic gimlet cocktail served in a coupe glass with a lime twist garnish

Gimlet

A bright, citrus-forward gimlet made with gin, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.

Ingredients
  • 2 oz gin

  • ½ oz simple syrup

  • ¾ oz fresh lime juice

  • Lime twist

  • Ice

Method
  1. Fill a shaker with ice.

  2. Add gin, lime juice, and simple syrup.

  3. Shake until well chilled.

  4. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

  5. Garnish with a lime twist and serve.

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