Macadamia Free Classic Gimlet
Few cocktails are as bracingly refreshing as a well-made gimlet ā tart, slightly sweet, and crystal clear in the glass. This version keeps things beautifully simple: gin, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup shaken hard over ice until the shaker frosts over. The double-straining step is a small but meaningful detail, giving you a silky-smooth pour with no ice chips or pulp to interrupt the clean citrus finish. Tree nut concerns are completely off the table here, since every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify at a glance. Chilling the glass before you pour makes a real difference, keeping the drink cold from the first sip to the last. A lime wheel or twist on the rim adds a little flair, but the cocktail is honestly stunning on its own. Whether you're mixing for a crowd or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this is the kind of drink that feels effortlessly impressive.
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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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