Cucumber Vodka Gimlet
A great example of a vodka cocktail. The vodka provides the proof without overshadowing the key flavours - being the cucumber and basil. A clean, crisp and herbaceous take on a gimlet featured in The 12 Bottle Bar book.
Ingredients
- 60 ml Vodka
- 15 ml Simple Syrup
- 15 ml Lime Juice
- 2-3 Cucumber (slices)
- 6-8 Basil Leaves
Instructions
- Muddle the basil and cucumber gently
- Add the remaining ingredients to your cocktail shaker
- Shake with ice
- Double strain into a chilled coupe glass
- Garnish with a basil sprig
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