A deep dive into the Gimlet and three recipes you can use to approach this drink, I think you'll like this one!I was surprised by what I found when I started He has the traditional version plus a more modern option for you. Make sure to stay till the end of the video to see different gimlet recipes. Traditional Gimlet: 2 oz of gin. 2 oz Rose’s lime juice. Directions: Stir this two-ingredient cocktail in a mixing glass with ice for dilution. Pour into a coupe glass. what's a gimlet? A gimlet is a classic cocktail made from gin and lime juice, and nothing else. Easy, simple, and refreshing. The name apparently comes from one of two places. Option 1: a gimlet is a drill that was often used on Royal Navy ships - and the drink was said to have a piercing impact on the sailors. For the Ginger Simple Syrup. Bring sugar, ginger, and ¾ cup water to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat and let sit 20 minutes. Strain into a jar, cover, and chill. The classic Gimlet is one of the simplest cocktails to make. Its original form consisted of equal parts gin and lime cordial—traditionally, Rose’s lime cordial. But since the contemporary craft cocktail movement began to champion fresh ingredients rather than store-bought bottles, many bartenders now make their Gimlets with gin, freshly squeezed lime juice and simple syrup, ditching the Steps. Add the gin, lemon juice, simple syrup and egg white to a shaker and vigorously dry-shake (without ice) for about 15 seconds. Add 3 or 4 ice cubes and shake vigorously until well-chilled. Double-strain into a chilled Collins glass and top with club soda. To make simple syrup, bring sugar, water and thyme to a low simmer in a small pot over medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Let sit 30 minutes or overnight for a more intense flavor. Strain. Cool. In a cocktail shaker add ice, gin, meyer lemon juice and simple syrup. Shake well. 4 ounces ( ½ cup) tonic water. For the garnish: Fresh mint, cucumber (optional) Add lots of ice to a large cocktail or wine glass and stir to chill the glass. Drain any melted water. Pour in the gin and Lillet Blanc. Add the garnishes. Pour the tonic water onto a bar spoon into the glass (to increase the bubbles). WUuyLIB.