Vodka Gimlet is a simple yet balanced cocktail made with vodka and lime juice. It is one of the refreshing classics thanks to its vibrant citrus flavor and clean drink. The use of vodka instead of gin gives the drink a softer and more neutral character.
The origin of the Gimlet cocktail dates back to the British sailors of the 19th century. At that time, scurvy was one of the biggest health problems during long sea voyages. This disease was caused by vitamin C deficiency and posed a serious danger to sailors.
To prevent this problem, the British navy began to regularly give sailors lime juice. However, lime juice alone was quite sour, so the sailors began to mix it with gin. This is how the first version of the Gimlet cocktail is thought to have originated.
“Sometimes the most powerful things are hidden in the simplest mixtures.”
Over time, this recipe passed into bar culture and began to appear in classic cocktail books. One of the first written recipes appears in cocktail books published in the 1920s. Initially prepared with gin, Gimlet was later adapted into different versions.
Vodka Gimlet emerged in the mid-20th century as vodka became popular around the world. The neutral character of vodka makes the vibrant flavors of lime juice more pronounced. For this reason, the Vodka Gimlet is nowadays a popular choice for simple yet refreshing cocktails.
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Ingredients
Unit System
50 mlof vodka
25 mlFresh Lime Juice
15 mlSugar Syrup
·Ice
Limepeel or lime wedge
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Method
1
Add vodka, lime juice and sugar syrup to the shaker.
2
Shake vigorously with plenty of ice.
3
Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
4
Serve with a lime peel or lime wedge.
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Bartender Tips
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Lime juice must be squeezed fresh.
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A soft-drinking vodka keeps the cocktail balanced.
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Pre-chilling the glass helps to make the drink more fresh.
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