Gimlet
Gin · Coupe
A simple yet perfect combination of gin and lime cordial. Originally created for British naval officers to prevent scurvy, this tart cocktail remains timelessly elegant.
| Glass | Coupe |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 22% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | tart, citrus, clean, refreshing |
Ingredients
- Gin2 oz
- Lime Cordial0.75 oz
- Lemon Wheel1 piece
Method
- Add gin and lime cordial to shaker with ice
- Shake well and strain into chilled coupe glass
- Garnish with lime wheel
Pro Tips
- Rose's Lime Cordial was the 19th-century original; most modern bartenders now use fresh lime + sugar.
- 2:1:¾ (gin:lime:syrup) is the spec the bartending world has converged on.
- Shake cold, strain hard — any lime pulp in the glass cheapens it.