Basil Lime Gimlet

Add a little zing to your gimlet! Cîroc Vodka with fresh lime and basil leaves...a herbal and vibrant sensation.

Serves:

Ingredients

50ml Ciroc Vodka

15ml Lime

15ml Simple Syrup

2 Basil Leaves (Garnish)

Equipment

1 Rocks Glass

1 Ice Scoop

1 Jigger

1 Cocktail Shaker

1 Hawthorne Strainer

1 Tongs

method

Shake all the liquid ingredients with ice
Strain into an ice-filled Rocks Glass
Garnish with Basil Leaves

Alcohol content:

16 g per serve

Interesting Facts

The traditional Gimlet has equal parts, gin and lime juice. Over the years, palates have demanded a more balanced flavour.

History of the Drink

The drink was created by British Royal Navy surgeon Sir Thomas Gimlette in the 19th century. It was originally made with gin and lime juice, and was used as a way to prevent scurvy among sailors. The recipe eventually made its way to shore, where it became a popular cocktail, where barteners tweaked the recipe making it much more palatable