Cocktail Series: Gimlet

Calling all gin lovers! Are you a fan of citrus cocktails with a hint of sweetness but aren't too sweet? Is a gin and tonic your go-to cocktail? Or are you just in the mood for a simple cocktail that’s quick and easy to make? If you answered yes to any of these, then the Gimlet is the next must-have cocktail for you. While cocktail origins are almost always debatable, there’s a common theme that follows citrus based cocktails. Do sailors and scurvy ring any bells for you? As discussed when we told you all about the whiskey sour , scurvy is caused by a lack of Vitamin C and largely impacted sailors in the 19th century. To combat this, sailors seemingly mixed citrus with any alcohol they could find! For this classic cocktail, our sailors chose gin and lime. In 1867, Rose’s Lime Cordial was created to preserve lime juice without using alcohol. And there you have the basic recipe for a gin gimlet! You can grab a glass and mix Rose’s with gin, or if you don’t have Rose’s/want to make your own, you can mix gin, lime juice, and simple syrup. Throw some ice in there if you want! As with all cocktails, you can choose to substitute one liquor for another. Don’t have gin? You could make a vodka gimlet. BUT! If you want to stick to the classic, make sure to pick up a bottle of gin for this refreshing cocktail that is perfect for a hot summer evening. Cheers!