Carrageenan Free Classic Gimlet
Sharp, citrusy, and bracingly cold, this classic gin cocktail is one of those drinks that feels both timeless and effortlessly cool. The combination of gin, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup hits that perfect balance of tart and sweet without anything fussy getting in the way. For anyone avoiding carrageenan, bottled cocktail mixers and pre-made sour mixes are often the problem ā they can hide thickeners and stabilizers that have no business being in your glass. This recipe sidesteps all of that by using only whole, recognizable ingredients you can verify yourself. Squeezing the lime fresh is the real secret here; it gives the drink a brightness that no bottled shortcut can replicate. The double-straining step keeps the texture silky and clean, so every sip is smooth from start to finish. Serve it ice-cold in a properly chilled coupe and it genuinely rivals anything a craft cocktail bar could put in front of you.
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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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