Orange Gimlet

The Gimlet is a classic sour cocktail served in a traditional a coup glass which is similar in shape to a espresso martini glass but smaller with a shorter stem. Because this cocktail is classified as a gin sour you could skip the simple syrup but if you like a more balanced drink then you will care about using the simple syrup to keep the of sour lime in check. Add a dash of Campari for colour.

Ingredients

• 45 ml of good quality gin (we used Beefeater)
• 30ml Lime juice
• 15ml Bitter Orange Simple Syrup
• 15 ml Marmalade Simple Syrup
• 10 ml Campari
• Orange
• Ice

Instructions

• Fill cocktail shaker with crushed ice.
• Add Gin, Juice, Syrup and Campari
• Shake well until cold then strain into a chilled coup glass.
• Garnish with orange peel
• Serve and enjoy!

Option: To strong- add a splash of soda water and orange slices to the drink.