Gimlet
A low-proof Plymouth gin cocktail with lime juice, lime cordial, and a lime wheel. The drink is lightly tart, moderately sweet, and about 14% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Gimlet
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Volume176 ml
Strength14% ABV
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)61 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar15 g (8.6%)4 sugar cubes
Acidity0.76%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Harry McElhone, “ABC of Mixing Cocktails” (1922)
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Gimlet