The Gimlet
*Shop-bought lime cordial is a great way to quickly whip up a tasty Gimlet, however to truly customise your cocktail you’re going to want to make your own
A classic cocktail with invigorating tartness and refreshing sweetness
30 minutes to prepare
For the Lime Cordial
100g sugar 100g sugar
100ml of freshly boiled water
The zest of two limes 1tsp citric acid (can be found in the baking aisle of most supermarkets)
For the Gimlet
30ml homemade lime cordial
60ml London Dry
Add to BasketLime peel to garnish
How to make it
Step 1
Add the sugar and freshly boiled water to a large glass and mix to dissolve the sugar
Step 2
Whilst still hot, add the zest of two whole limes and mix again
Step 3
et it sit and taste every few minutes, as soon as it starts to taste ‘pithy’ strain and allow to cool
Step 4
Lastly, add 1 teaspoon of citric acid and mix. (The cordial will last for 3 – 4 weeks in the fridge so you can make a larger batch if you’ve got thirsty friends coming round!)
Step 5
Add the gin and lime cordial to a large glass with plenty of cold ice and stir until cold
Step 6
Then simply strain into your favorite glass and garnish with lime peel
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