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    Home | Recipes | Cocktails

    Gin Gimlet (Stirred Cocktail)

    Dated: April 12, 2019 Last Modified: September 15, 2022 by Sarah Mock 4 Comments. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post contains affiliate links.

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    The Gimlet is a classic cocktail with gin, lime juice and simple syrup or Rose's sweetened lime juice. An easy summer cocktail that can be enjoyed year round.  

    Gimlet cocktail in martini glass with lime wheel garnish

    If you love this gimlet cocktail as much as I do you will be sure to try my recipes for a rhubarb sour, a lilac bee's knees cocktail or even a lilac martini. All wonderful cocktails to have in your cocktail repertuar. 

    What is in a gimlet?

    A gimlet is one part sweetened lime juice together with four parts gin. One of the most well-known recipes calls for 1 ½ ounces Rose's lime juice with 2 ounces Gin. This is the recipe from The Bartender's Bible by Gary Regan. Gary also calls for Plymouth gin.

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    • What is in a gimlet?
    • What barware is needed to make this cocktail?
    • How do you make a gimlet?
    • Gimlet without Rose's lime juice
    • Gin gimlet with Rose's lime juice and fresh lime juice:
    • How do you serve a gimlet?
    • 📝 Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:
    • Gimlet Recipe
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    What barware is needed to make this cocktail?

    Gimlet being stirred
    • Jigger
    • Mixing glass
    • Bar Spoon
    • Hawthorne Strainer
    • Cocktail glass
    • Pairing knife & small cutting board

    How do you make a gimlet?

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    1. In a mixing glass filled with ice, add gin, simple syrup and lime juice or gin and Rose's lime juice.
    2. With a bar spoon, stir the ice and cocktail ingredients for several minutes.
    3. Place a Hawthorne strainer over the mixing glass and strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail or martini glass.
    4. Garnish with a lime slice and enjoy!

    Gimlet without Rose's lime juice

    If you do not have Rose's lime juice you can add simple syrup to freshly squeezed lime juice as a substitute. 

    •  2 oz Gin
    • 1⁄2 oz lime juice
    • 1⁄4 to 1⁄2  oz simple syrup
    • Garnish with a lime

    Gin gimlet with Rose's lime juice and fresh lime juice:

    Another delicious recipe uses both Rose's sweetened lime juice and fresh lime juice. 

    • 4 oz  Gin
    • 1⁄2 oz fresh lime juice
    • 1⁄2 oz Rose's lime juice
    • lime wedge for garnish

    How do you serve a gimlet?

    detailed shot of a Gimlet with bar accessories in the background

    A gimlet is served in a cocktail glass with an inverted cone shape on a stemmed base, also known as a cocktail glass or a martini glass. It is usually served straight but can be served on the rocks if desired. Don't forget the lime slice for garnish. 

    📝 Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:

    Is a gimlet shaken or stirred?

    According to the British, a good gimlet is thoroughly stirred. Will you damage the gin or the lime juice if you shake the ingredients? Probably not. Go ahead and stir your cocktail. 

    What's the difference between a martini and a gimlet?

    While both a martini and a gimlet are made with gin, the martini is made with vermouth and is garnished with either a green olive or a lemon twist. The gimlet is made with sweetened lime juice and gin. Both drinks could be served straight up or on the rocks.

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    Gimlet Recipe

    Sarah Mock
    The Gimlet is a classic cocktail with gin, lime juice and simple syrup or Rose's sweetened lime juice. An easy summer cocktail that can be enjoyed year round. 
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    There is more to a recipe than just the recipe card. Frequently Asked Questions within the blog post that you may find helpful. Simply scroll back up to read them!

    Prep Time 2 mins
    Cook Time 2 mins
    Total Time 4 mins
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    Course Cocktails
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 304 kcal

    HELPFUL KITCHEN TOOLS

    Jigger
    Bar Spoon
    Mixing Glass
    Hawthorne Strainer
    Cocktail Glass
    Pairing knife and cutting board

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 oz Gin
    • 1 ⁄2 oz fresh lime juice
    • 1 ⁄2 oz Rose's lime juice
    • lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • In a mixing glass filled with ice, add gin, simple syrup and lime juice or gin and Rose's lime juice.
    • With a bar spoon, stir the ice and cocktail ingredients for several minutes.
    • Place a Hawthorne strainer over the mixing glass and strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail or martini glass.
    • Garnish with a lime slice and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 304kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gSodium: 4mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

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    1. Sarah

      April 15, 2019 at 12:25 pm

      I am so glad you enjoyed it Jessica! I have a feeling the gimlet will be the cocktail of the summer at my house.

    2. Jessica Formicola

      April 15, 2019 at 12:23 pm

      Such a classic, delicious cocktail! I made one over the weekend and it was so delicious! Thanks for sharing!

    3. Sarah

      April 15, 2019 at 12:18 pm

      I agree! After I posted this I was thinking I will add a bit of basil for another version.

    4. Gina Matsoukas

      April 15, 2019 at 12:08 pm

      The perfect cocktail for the warmer weather!

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