Low Sodium Classic Gimlet
Bright, bracingly tart, and just sweet enough to keep you coming back for another sip, this classic cocktail is a masterclass in balance. Gin brings its botanical backbone, fresh lime juice delivers a clean citrus punch, and simple syrup rounds everything out without tipping into cloying territory. Because the sweetness here comes entirely from homemade simple syrup rather than a pre-bottled mixer, you stay in full control of what goes into the glass ā no hidden additives, no mystery sodium lurking in a store-bought sour mix. The double-straining step is worth the extra few seconds; it gives you a silky-smooth pour that looks as polished as anything you'd order at a proper cocktail bar. Shaking until the shaker is thoroughly frosted ensures the drink is properly diluted and ice-cold, which makes the lime sing. Serve it in a well-chilled coupe and finish with a lime wheel for a presentation that's genuinely impressive with almost zero effort.
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1 serving
- 2 oz gin
- Ā¾ oz fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- Ā¾ oz simple syrup
- ice cubes, for shaking
For serving
- 1 lime wheel or lime twist, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Chill a coupe or martini glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you build the drink.
- 2
Combine the gin, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker two-thirds full with ice.
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