Sour
SourGimlet
Gin and lime. Rose’s versions are sweeter; fresh lime is sharper.
Fruit
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
standard~22% ABVginshake
Glass
coupe
Ice
none (up)
Garnish
lime wheel
Time
2 min
Kit: shaker, jigger, strainer
Would you…
Order this
Make this at home
Spec
Fresh lime gimlet
- Gin50 ml
- Lime juice20 ml
- Sugar syrup 1:115 ml
Shake gin, lime and syrup. Strain up.
Bar note: Confirm fresh vs cordial.
Ask the bartender: “Fresh lime and sugar, not only Rose’s.”
British naval / early 20th c.
Nearby on the wheel