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The Market Gimlet

Refreshing, relaxing, and invigorating, my Market Gimlet is the perfect relaxed cocktail for a warm summer day. Layered with the flavors of cucumber, basil, and lime, this is a memorable drink that invokes a relaxing afternoon in the garden.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 drinks
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 slices fresh cucumber
  • 8 leaves basil
  • 4 oz gin
  • 2 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • ice
  • soda water

Method
 

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the basil and cucumber slices until the cucumber releases its juices.
  2. Add the gin, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice. Give it a shake.
  3. Strain into a coupe glass and add a splash of soda water.
  4. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon or basil leaf. Serve and enjoy!