Barley Free Classic Gimlet
Bright, bracingly tart, and effortlessly elegant, this classic gin cocktail is the kind of drink that feels equally at home at a dinner party or a quiet Friday night at home. Fresh lime juice and a touch of simple syrup balance the botanical depth of the gin, creating something clean and refreshing without any fuss. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, cocktails can be a surprisingly tricky category ā many spirits and mixers sneak in unexpected ingredients ā but this one keeps things beautifully straightforward. Gin, fresh citrus, and homemade simple syrup are all you need, and none of them bring any grain-based additives into the glass. The double-straining step is worth the extra effort, giving you a silky-smooth pour with no ice chips or pulp to interrupt that perfect sip. A lime wheel on the rim makes it look like something a skilled bartender just handed you across a marble countertop. Mix one up, chill the glass properly, and you'll wonder why you ever ordered this anywhere else.
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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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