Basil Lime Gimlet
Add a little zing to your gimlet! Cîroc Vodka with fresh lime and basil leaves...a herbal and vibrant sensation.
Ingredients
50ml
Ciroc Vodka
15ml
Lime
15ml
Simple Syrup
2
Basil Leaves (Garnish)
0 units of alcohol per serve
Equipment
1
Rocks Glass
1
Ice Scoop
1
Jigger
1
Cocktail Shaker
1
Hawthorne Strainer
1
Tongs
Serves:
Method
Preparation
- Shake all the liquid ingredients with ice
- Strain into an ice-filled Rocks Glass
- Garnish with Basil Leaves
Alcohol content
Alcohol content:
16 g per serve
Interesting facts
The traditional Gimlet has equal parts, gin and lime juice. Over the years, palates have demanded a more balanced flavour.
History of the drink
The drink was created by British Royal Navy surgeon Sir Thomas Gimlette in the 19th century. It was originally made with gin and lime juice, and was used as a way to prevent scurvy among sailors. The recipe eventually made its way to shore, where it became a popular cocktail, where barteners tweaked the recipe making it much more palatable
