Brazil Nut Free Classic Gimlet
Bright, bracingly tart, and effortlessly elegant, this classic gin cocktail is one of those drinks that feels both timeless and instantly refreshing. Fresh lime juice is the real star here ā it delivers a clean, vivid citrus punch that bottled juice simply can't match. The balance of gin, lime, and simple syrup is dialed in just right, giving you that perfect sweet-tart tension in every sip. Double-straining through a fine mesh strainer means your finished drink is silky smooth with no stray ice chips or pulp to interrupt the experience. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, cocktails can sometimes feel like a minefield thanks to flavored spirits and specialty syrups with unexpected additives ā but this one keeps things beautifully straightforward with four clean, easy-to-verify ingredients. A chilled coupe glass and a curled lime twist on the rim take it from casual to genuinely impressive without any extra 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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