Ginger-Lime Gin Gimlet
A refreshing gimlet with a spicy ginger kick and zesty lime, perfect for a crisp, invigorating cocktail experience. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lime juice, ginger syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz ginger syrup
- enough to fill shaker ice cubes
- 1 lime wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim and add 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz ginger syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 3: Double strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to remove any ice shards.
- Step 4: Garnish with a lime wheel floated on the surface of the drink.







