1 serving
Basil Gimlet ingredients
These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Gin | 60 ml | 6 cl | 2 oz | 4 parts |
 Lime Juice | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
 Simple Syrup | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
 Basil | 5 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Single basil leaf
Method
How to make Basil Gimlet
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a coupe and reserve one small, unblemished basil leaf for garnish.
- 02
Place the remaining basil leaves in a shaker and muddle gently to release aroma without pulverizing the leaves.
- 03
Add the gin, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and ice, then shake hard for about 15 seconds.
- 04
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so no basil fragments or ice chips enter the drink.
- 05
Float the single reserved basil leaf flat at the center of the surface.
- 06
Confirm the glass exterior is clean and serve immediately while the basil aroma is fresh.
Tasting profile
What does Basil Gimlet taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and freshness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Basil Gimlet questions
What is in a Basil Gimlet?
Kokto’s build uses gin, lime juice, simple syrup, and basil.
How long does a Basil Gimlet take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Basil Gimlet prepared?
It uses a muddled method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Basil Gimlet alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B028https://punchdrink.com/recipes/basil-gimlet/ · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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