Last updated on May 16th, 2023
Give this cucumber gimlet a try and it will quickly become your favorite summertime cocktail. Fresh cucumber slices, lime juice, gin and simple syrup create an elegant yet refreshing drink.
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Last summer for our anniversary, my husband and I stole away to a local resort hotel for a weekend without the kiddos. Our first night, The Husband ordered a cocktail from the bar menu — a cucumber gimlet. Freshly squeezed lime juice and simple syrup create the perfect balance between sweet and tart, while fresh cucumber slices provides a fresh, clean flavor. Since that weekend, the cucumber gimlet has quickly become one of our favorite summer time cocktails.
Table of Contents hide What is a gimlet?
A traditional gimlet is a gin-based cocktail flavored with lime juice and simple syrup. It’s typically served without ice in a coupe glass, though a martini glass can also be used.
Ingredients and tools you will need
With only five ingredients, a cucumber gimlet is a cocktail that can easily be made for one or for a crowd. To make this recipe, you’ll need:
4 slices of fresh cucumber – cut 1/4-inch thick. 1/2 ounce of simple syrup – click over to my homemade simple syrup tutorial to learn how to easily make your own. 2 ounces dry gin –
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