Skeleton Key Lime Gimlet
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Small plate
- 4 glasses
Ingredients
- 8 ounces gin
- 4 ounces fresh key lime juice
- 2 ounces simple syrup
- 2 tablespoons black sanding sugar
- 4 key lime slices
Instructions
- Pour the black sanding sugar onto a small plate. Run a key lime slice around the rim of each of the four glasses, then dip the rims into the sugar to coat them evenly.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the gin, key lime juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake the mixture vigorously for 15 seconds until it is well chilled.
- Strain the drink into the prepared glasses. Add one key lime slice to each glass as garnish.
Notes
Make the simple syrup a day ahead and store it in the fridge so assembly stays quick on party night. If the key limes taste especially tart, add an extra half ounce of simple syrup to the shaker before the final taste test. Skip store-bought lime juice, as fresh key limes give the drink its signature bright flavor and natural color.
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Cocktail shaker, Small plate, 4 glasses
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Cocktail shaker, Small plate, 4 glasses