CLASSIC COCKTAIL · 1920–1933
Gimlet
Gin and lime cordial, stirred cold and served straight up.
1920sHistorical classicResearched
The Gimlet is a naval drink of gin and lime cordial, designed to make lime juice keep at sea. It entered cocktail books in the 1920s and became a test of a bartender’s ability to balance sweet cordial against gin. Modern versions often use fresh lime and syrup instead of cordial.
- Vodka Gimlet
- Gimlet with fresh lime
- Rosemary Gimlet
THE RECIPESharp, clean and gin-forward
Ingredients
- Gin60 ml
- Lime cordial20 ml
- Lime wheelto garnish
Method
Stir the gin and lime cordial with ice, strain into a coupe and garnish with a lime wheel.
Coupe · lime wheel