Cherry Gimlet

A gimlet is a timeless cocktail known for its simple combination of gin and lime, but this Cherry Gimlet adds in vibrant cherry flavor. It’s bright, refreshing, and perfectly balanced between tart and sweet.

A pink cocktail in a glass with an etched design, garnished with a twist of lime peel. The background is softly blurred, featuring a slice of lime on a light gray surface.

About this cherry gimlet

Refreshing and tart – The lime and cherry balance beautifully.
A fun twist on the classic – Keeps the essence of a gimlet while adding natural fruitiness.
Easy to make – Only a few simple ingredients.
Perfect for any occasion – Elegant yet simple enough for a weeknight cocktail.

Ingredients

  • Cherry simple syrup – Adds sweetness and fruity depth.
  • Gin – A good London Dry gin works best.
  • Fresh lime juice – Bright and zesty, balancing the sweetness.
A cocktail glass filled with a vibrant red drink, garnished with a twist of lime peel on the rim. Fresh cherries are placed next to the glass, set on a light gray surface.

How to make

In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine cherry simple syrup, lime juice and gin. Shake until chilled, then pour into a coupe glass.

Garnish with a lime wheel or lime peel.

A hand pours a cherry gimlet from a golden shaker into a crystal coupe glass on a light gray surface. The background features white tiled walls.
A cocktail in a decorative glass sits on a gray surface, with a lime twist garnishing the rim. A small plate with cherries and a slice of lime is nearby. The background features a blurred, white-tiled wall.

Tips

Use freshly squeezed lime juice – It makes all the difference.
Chill your glass – Keeps the cocktail crisp and refreshing.
Adjust sweetness – Add more or less cherry syrup to taste.

More fruity cocktails

Yield: 1

Cherry Gimlet

A glass of cherry gimlet with a lime twist garnish on the rim. The glass sits on a light gray surface, and there are cherries in a small bowl in the background.

A gimlet is a timeless cocktail known for its simple combination of gin and lime, but this cherry gimlet adds in vibrant cherry flavor. It’s bright, refreshing, and perfectly balanced between tart and sweet.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add gin, cherry simple syrup, and fresh lime juice.
  3. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Garnish with a fresh cherry or lime twist.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 156

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