Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • 2 thick slices cucumber (cut into chunks)
  • 4 fresh basil leaves
  • 2 ½ ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce simple syrup
  • ¾ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice

Instruction

  • Place cucumber in a mason jar or cocktail shaker. Muddle well. Add basil and gently muddle again.
  • Add ice, vodka, simple syrup and lime juice to the jar, cover and shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds.
  • Strain gimlet into a chilled coupe glass or lowball glass filled with ice. Garnish with fresh basil and cucumber, if desired.