This lime- and cilantro-infused cocktail will appeal to both Gimlet and Martini drinkers. We like to use Tanqueray for its strong juniper and spice profile.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
Cilantro-lime gin:
Assembly:
Preparation
For cilantro-lime gin:
Step 1
Combine sugar and 2 tablespoons hot water in a large jar, cover, and shake until sugar is dissolved. Add gin, cilantro, and lime juice (save gin bottle for finished product). Cover and chill 2 days. Strain into a medium bowl; discard cilantro. Pour cilantro-lime gin back into reserved bottle.
For assembly:
Step 2
For each cocktail, pour 3 ounces cilantro-lime gin into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Cover; shake until cocktail shaker is frosty, about 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled Martini glass and garnish with lime.
Step 3
DO AHEAD: Cilantro-Lime Gin can be made 1 month ahead. Keep chilled.
