The Perfect Gin Cocktail for Summer - Gin Gimlet with Celery

gin cocktail - gin gimlet with celery recipe garnished with lime

The Perfect Gin Cocktail for Summer - Gin Gimlet with Celery

Alison Needham

This zippy Gin Gimlet is perfect for summer. It's got all the usual suspects (gin, simple syrup and lime) but the addition of muddled celery makes it truly special. Though it doesn't taste overly much like celery, it lends a depth of flavor and subtle earthiness to this light and refreshing gin cocktail.

5 from 6 votes

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1

Total Time 6

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings cocktails

Calories 213 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For the simple syrup

1/2 cup sugar

For the gin cocktail

5 ounces gin
1 ounce lime juice freshly squeezed
1 ounce simple syrup
2 lime wedges
1/4 cup thinly sliced celery

For the garnish

1 wheels of lime

Instructions

Make the simple syrup. Put the sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a 2-cup Pyrex measuring pitcher (or similar microwave-safe container). Microwave for 1 minute or until sugar is dissolved. Set aside to cool.
Add the 2 lime wedges and celery to the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Using a muddler, pound until juice is released.
Fill the shaker with ice. Add the gin, lime juice, and simple syrup. Cover shaker with lid and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Remove top of shaker and strain into two martini glasses. Serve immediately, garnished with a lime wheel.

Notes

Store any extra simple syrup in a jar in the fridge. It will last in the fridge for about a month.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 73IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Keyword celery, celery juice, Champagne Cocktail, gin, gin cocktail, Gin Gimlet, lime juice, simple syrup

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