Herb-Infused Vodka Gimlet with Cucumber
A crisp, refreshing gimlet featuring herb-infused vodka and cool cucumber for a garden-fresh finish. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together herb-infused vodka (basil and mint), fresh lime juice, simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water) 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 130 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 herb-infused vodka (basil and mint)
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
- 3 thin slices, plus 1 for garnish cucumber slices
- enough to fill shaker ice cubes
- 1 for garnish lime wheel
Bar tools worth buying for drinks like this → Best Bar Tools for 2026: Shakers, Jiggers & Strainers Worth Buying
Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →
Equipment for this recipe
Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.
Instructions
- Step 1: Muddle 3 thin cucumber slices gently in a cocktail shaker to release subtle freshness.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz herb-infused vodka, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz simple syrup to the shaker.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 4: Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass to remove cucumber bits.
- Step 5: Garnish with a thin cucumber slice laid flat on the rim and a lime wheel rested on the side of the glass.
