Vodka Gimlet
A vodka gimlet is one of the simplest cocktails you can make at home. With just vodka, fresh lime juice, and a little sugar, it's crisp, refreshing, and perfectly balanced.
The vodka gimlet is bright, crisp, and incredibly refreshing. Fresh lime juice gives the drink its lively citrus bite, while a touch of simple syrup softens the edges and keeps everything balanced. Vodka keeps the flavor clean and smooth, letting the lime take center stage for a cocktail that's light, zesty, and easy to sip. It's like a classic margarita but made for vodka lovers.
It's also one of the easiest cocktails to make at home. Just shake vodka, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup with ice until the shaker is icy cold, then strain it into a chilled coupe glass. A thin lime wheel perched on the rim is the classic garnish, adding a fresh pop of color.
The gimlet itself has been around for more than a century and was traditionally made with gin and lime. Many people now prefer the vodka version for its softer, smoother flavor, but the spirit of the drink remains the same - a simple, refreshing cocktail built around bright citrus and good balance.
Vodka Gimlet
Ingredients
Method
- Add a few handfuls of ice to a cocktail shaker, then pour in the vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup.2 ounces vodka, ½ ounce lime juice, ½ ounce simple syrup
- Shake until icy cold and then strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.
