Gimlet

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Prep: 5 mins Cook: None Serves: 1 Source: Classic — Royal Navy, late 19th century; originally made with Rose's Lime Cordial to prevent scurvy

Ingredients

  • 60ml London dry gin, or Plymouth gin (2 oz)
  • 22ml freshly squeezed lime juice (3/4 oz)
  • 15ml simple syrup (1/2 oz)
  • Ice, for shaking
  • Garnish: lime wheel

Instructions

  1. Combine gin, lime juice, and simple syrup in a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake until well-chilled.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  4. Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim.
Wine Pairing: N/A
Classic — Royal Navy, late 19th century; originally made with Rose's Lime Cordial to prevent scurvy · 19th century
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