This Lavender Gimlet is the perfect easy cocktail recipe! It combines gin, lime juice and lavender simple syrup for a well-balanced, flavorful cocktail anyone will enjoy.
Easy cocktail recipes are a must for entertaining. They have to be quick to make and they can't have too many ingredients! Some of my personal favorites are my Maple Old Fashioned with Blanton's Bourbon, Lillet Blanc Spritz, and my Spicy Margarita! So delicious, but so easy.
And this Lavender Gimlet is no exception! It is packed with flavor from gin, fresh lime juice and homemade lavender syrup. And, I even like to make the lavender simple syrup a day or two in advance and then I have have a cocktail in minutes!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This recipe is so easy to make!
- And you can make the lavender syrup up to a week in advance to make it even easier.
- This Lavender Gimlet cocktail is perfectly balanced.
- The combination of gin, lime juice and lavender syrup is super flavorful.
- And it's absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
Gin: My favorite gin for gimlets like this recipe, my French Gimlet, and my Gin Basil Smash is Drumshanbo Irish Gin. But use your favorite gin.
Dried Lavender: Dried lavender flowers flavor the lavender syrup. Be sure that you get culinary grade lavender for all cocktails and baking recipes like my Lemon Lavender Cake! There should be no added fragrances or flavorings.
Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice only, please! This Lavender Gimlet cocktail only has a few ingredients, so take the time to squeeze the limes.
Instructions
Step 1. First, make the lavender simple syrup by combining sugar, water and dried lavender flowers in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Bring the mixture to a boil and allow it to boil for 1 minute.
Then, remove from heat, place a lid on the pot and allow the lavender to steep for 15 minutes.
Step 2. Next, pour the syrup into a container through a fine mesh strainer to remove the flowers.
Then, use the back of a spoon to press the flowers to release any liquid they are holding onto.
Pour into a container with a tight-fitting lid and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Step 3. Add the gin, lime juice and lavender simple syrup into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Step 4. Shake the cocktail vigorously for 15 seconds, then strain into a coupe glass.
Top with a lime wheel to garnish and serve the Lavender Gimlet!
Recipe FAQs
A traditional gimlet is a combination of gin, lime juice and simple syrup.
Either! I like to serve mine up in a coupe glass, but you can also strain the cocktail over fresh ice.
Yes! Gin is botanical already, so the floral flavor of lavender fits right in.
Expert Recipe Tips
Shake the cocktail for about 15 seconds for proper dilution! Your hands should feel very cold.
I serve this Lavender Gimlet straight up, which means without ice. But, it's also great over ice!
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Lavender Gimlet
Equipment
- 1 1 Quart Saucepan
- 1 Fine Mesh Strainer
- 1 Cocktail Shaker
- 1 Jigger Glass
Ingredients
For the Lavender Syrup
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Cup Water
- 4 teaspoon Dried Lavender Flowers
For the Gimlet
- 2 Ounces Gin
- .75 Ounces Fresh Lime Juice
- .75 Ounces Lavender Simple Syrup
Instructions
For the Lavender Simple Syrup
- In a 1-quart saucepan, combine sugar, water and lavender flowers. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. Once the mixture boils, allow it to boil for 1 minute.1 Cup Sugar, 1 Cup Water, 4 teaspoon Dried Lavender Flowers
- Remove the syrup from heat and place a lid on the pot. Allow it to steep for 15 minutes.
- Remove the lid and pour the syrup into a container through a fine mesh strainer. Use the back of a spoon to press the lavender flowers to squeeze and remaining syrup from them. Place a lid onto the container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Make the Gimlet
- Add the gin, lime juice and lavender syrup into a cocktail shaker that is filled with ice. Place the lid on and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.2 Ounces Gin, .75 Ounces Fresh Lime Juice, .75 Ounces Lavender Simple Syrup
- Strain the cocktail into a coupe glass, garnish with a lime wheel and serve.
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