Classic Gimlet Cocktail

A Gimlet is among the most iconic classic cocktail recipes. A traditional gimlet is made with 3 ingredients: gin, simple syrup, and lime juice. It’s a lightly sweet and extremely refreshing cocktail.

A Gin Gimlet is one of my go-to drinks when I am in the mood for something simple and fresh. The gimlet is a fascinating blend of flavors and stories. A gimlet is to gin what a daiquiri is to rum, since they are both made using a simple mixture of a spirit, lime juice, and sugar.

In this post, we will cover the history, ingredients, variations, and how to make the perfect Gimlet Cocktail.

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History of a Gimlet Cocktail

As with many classic drinks, the origins of the Gimlet are not 100% clear. Rumor has it that during the 18th century British Royal Navy created the drink as a medicinal tonic to prevent scurvy.

The vitamin C from the citrus was supposed to help ward off illness, and the gin must have been an added bonus or a way to get everyone to drink it. Read Original