The vodka gimlet makes a simple drink. It's made from vodka, lime juice and sugar. You can add more sugar to your drink. This cocktail also has an antiscurvy effect. You can adjust the amount of ingredients and serving size to suit your personal taste.
Cocktail that prevents scurvy
A cocktail made with lime juice and gin can prevent scurvy. Vitamin C, which can help you stay healthy, is added to lime juice. This drink was first offered to sailors in the 18th century. Thomas Gimlette, a Royal Navy surgeon gave the name to the drink. It was developed to replace the acidic lemon juice sailors used to drink daily to combat scurvy.
The story of the cocktail is interesting. British sailors carried lemon and lime juice on the ocean in the 19th century. The sailors were able to resist scurvy with the help of citrus juices. Rose's Limon Cordial, a concentrated lemon juice, was the best form of lime juice to be taken onboard ships. This cocktail can be mixed with Gin to help sailors combat scurvy.
Variations
The classic gimlet comes with a rounded top, and is traditionally served in an old-fashioned cocktail glass. However, the drink can also be served in a martini glass or any other stemmed glass. Another option is a lowball. For a different twist, try using a vodka infused with herbs, such as chamomile or lavender.
The gimlet can also come in a basil flavor. This is a very popular addition. Fresh basil leaves are a popular addition to the drink. They add a sweet, resiny flavor. This drink is also great with juniper-rich Gin. Alternately, you can use simple syrup made from rosemary. You can also use a Gin Sour in place of simple syrup if you want a less sweetened drink. You can also use elderflower liqueur or Rose's lime cordial.
Ingredients
Simple ingredients are all that's required to make a vodka gimlet. You will need vodka, lime juice, and some mint. Fresh lime juice works best. If you don't have fresh juice, you can substitute bottled lime juice. However, it won't taste quite as fresh. If you don't want to buy a lime, you can substitute it with mint. It is important to use high quality, moderately priced vodka to make a good vodka-gimlet. You can find excellent bottles for less than $20. Rose's lime Cordial is a favorite ingredient. But you can also substitute fresh lime juice.
The traditional gimlet uses ice-cold vodka. The traditional gimlet contains Rose's Lime Juice, but you can also substitute Rose's with fresh lime juice and simple syrup. These will impart a stronger flavor to your gimlet then prepackaged cordial.
Serving size
Original Gimlet was made from vodka and lime juice. This combination saved sailors from scurvy.
This cocktail tastes best when it is ice cold. For best results, use fresh lime juice. If you don't have fresh lime, you can buy bottled juice. The flavor of the lime juice is not as strong as it used to be, so you can substitute mint with bottled lime juice. This vodka-gimlet recipe can be made in five minutes and is a classic.
FAQ
What type of glasses do I need?
Buy glasses that hold 4oz (118ml) or less. Glasses larger than this tend to get very hot and could cause burns.
Why does a drink sometimes be called a "martini" by some people?
When Americans began to drink more alcohol, in the early 1900s, any drink containing alcohol was called a "martini". The term "martini" eventually came to refer to a special type of martini that was made with dry rather than sweet Vermouth.
What does it mean when someone declares, "I have a little too many fun?"
It is a sign that the person has had too much alcohol.
Statistics
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How To
How to make a delicious martini
A martini consists of gin (or vodka), vermouth and ice. Before serving, the ingredients should be thoroughly mixed. It is usually served in a chilled glass. A proper martini should be served straight up, without mixing it with anything else. If you mix it, then you ruin the taste.
Two olives are the most common way to serve martinis. If you want to give your drink an extra flavor, you can add some olive brine to its rim.
Although you can use any type or alcohol, it is better to use 100%-grain alcohol such as Vodka or Gin. This gives the cocktail a smoother texture. Although there are many vermouths on the market, we recommend one that does not contain any added sugar. Sugar can make cocktails too sweet.
Start making a martini. Pour 2 ounces dried vermouth into an ice-filled shaker. Add 1 ounce vodka. Combine all ingredients in a shaker until smooth. Put the mixture in a chilled martini cup and garnish it with an olive.
You can make a martini by using the shaker. Follow these steps. Be careful not to stir the mixture too much. Only enough is needed to combine all of the ingredients.