Gin Lemon
CLASSIC · GIN

Gin Lemon

A stripped-back classic that lets quality gin shine - just spirit, fresh lemon juice, and ice, finished with an expressed lemon peel for a clean, bracingly citrus drink.

Ingredients
Gin60 ml
Fresh Lemon Juice80 ml
Lemon Peel
Glassware
Highball glass
Chilled.
Flavor
BODYSWEETFRUITACIDHEATSMOKEEARTHBITTER

Juniper · Lemon · Orange peel

Estimated profile

Method
  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass generously with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Pour 60ml of gin over the ice.

  3. 3

    Add 80ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice.

  4. 4

    Gently stir once or twice to combine without over-diluting.

  5. 5

    Express a lemon peel over the glass to release its oils, then place it on the rim as garnish.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately.

From the Bartender

80ml of lemon juice is exceptionally high for a two-ingredient build - consider whether the recipe intends a longer, more diluted serve or if a small measure of simple syrup would balance the acidity without compromising the minimalist ethos.

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