Make it
Method
- 1
Chill a coupe.
- 2
Shake all ingredients with ice for 10–12 seconds.
- 3
Fine-strain into the chilled glass.
- 4
Garnish with a lime wheel.
PRO TIP
For a more historical profile, replace lime and syrup with quality lime cordial.
Gin • Bright
Gimlet
A precise little lime blade.
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MAKINGGimletShake • 4 min
STEP 1OF 4
Chill a coupe.
Bartender adding ice to the glassA little bar lore
Where it came from
The Gimlet is often linked to British naval culture and the use of preserved lime cordial.
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