Holiday Gimlet

This Holiday Gimlet brings a luxurious twist to a classic with the unexpected addition of olive oil, creating a silky texture and a touch of Mediterranean elegance. The rosemary infusion adds a festive, aromatic note that elevates this drink into a holiday must-try.

By Julienne

Holiday Gimlet

Cook time: 5 minutes

Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 2 oz gin (or vodka)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • 1 sprig rosemary sprig
  • 0 olive oil
  • 1 sprig rosemary sprig
  • 1 wheel dried lime wheel

Instructions

  1. Add 2 oz of gin (or vodka) into a cocktail shaker.
  2. Add 1 oz of fresh lime juice into the shaker.
  3. Add 1 oz of simple syrup into the shaker.
  4. Add a sprig of rosemary to the shaker.
  5. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 8 seconds.
  6. Strain the mixture over fresh ice in a rocks glass.
  7. Top the drink with a small drizzle of olive oil.
  8. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and a dried lime wheel. Optional: Torch the rosemary for extra aromatics.
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