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April 12, 2019 · Last Modified: February 14, 2021

Gimlet Cocktail Recipe

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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. 

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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 1/2 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.

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.

Gimlet being stirred

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. 

How do you serve a gimlet?

A gimlet is serve 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. 

horizontal image of Gimlet

What barware is needed to make this cocktail?

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

Can a gimlet be made without Rose’s lime juice?

If you do not have Rose’s lime juice you can add a simple syrup to fresh 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

Can a gimlet be made with both 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
detailed shot of a Gimlet with bar accessories in the background

How do you make a gimlet?

  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!

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Gimlet with bar accessories around the glass

Gimlet Recipe:

hand stirred Gimlet
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Gimlet Recipe

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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. 
5 from 7 votes
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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

Equipment

  • 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. Gimlet being stirred
    Gimlet being stirred
  • 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!
  • horizontal image of Gimlet
    horizontal image of Gimlet

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 304kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gSodium: 4mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 12 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.

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    1. Gina Matsoukas says

      April 15, 2019 at 12:08 pm

      The perfect cocktail for the warmer weather!

    2. Sarah says

      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.

    3. Jessica Formicola says

      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!

    4. Sarah says

      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.

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