Yeast Free Classic Gimlet
Bright, bracingly tart, and effortlessly elegant, this cocktail is a timeless bar classic that happens to be completely free of yeast and fermentation byproducts beyond the base spirit itself. Fresh lime juice does all the heavy lifting here, delivering that sharp citrus punch that makes the drink so refreshing, while a touch of simple syrup rounds out the edges without any hidden additives to worry about. Gin, fresh citrus, and sugar ā that's essentially the whole story, which makes it one of the cleanest cocktails you can pour. The double-straining step is worth the extra few seconds; it gives you a silky-smooth sip with no ice chips or pulp to interrupt the experience. Chilling the glass beforehand keeps everything ice-cold from the very first taste, which is exactly how a drink this crisp deserves to be served. Whether you're avoiding yeast for health reasons or simply prefer knowing exactly what's in your glass, this is the kind of recipe that delivers serious cocktail-bar results with zero guesswork.
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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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