Rosemary Gimlet is what you need!

Since cocktails are society's most enduring invention, sipping the best ones is our responsibility. That being said, we have brought to you an ideal spring cocktail, that will refresh you from the core. You might have already heard of Gimlet, a cocktail made of gin and Rose's Lime Juice but we have got more than classic this time, Rosemary Gimlet. Everything remains the same but you just refrain from using the original rose’s lime juice. We now go in with fresh lemon juice, because well it's easy and modern. Speaking of the taste, with the addition of rosemary syrup, the drink is given a piney aroma and the taste is delicious. It is indeed a balanced drink that can be enjoyed on a hot day or a quiet night with your partner. What are you waiting for? It's drink o’clock already, make yourself this luscious cocktail using the method given below. Don’t forget to enjoy this only good thing in your life, Ciao!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 4 teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves
• 2 ounces gin, such as Hendrick's
• 3/4-ounce fresh lemon juice
• Small rosemary sprig, for serving

Method

In a cocktail shaker, combine gin, lemon juice, and 3/4-ounce syrup.

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Fill the shaker halfway with ice.

Remember you have to shake and not stir to make this particular cocktail.

After shaking for about 30 seconds, the consistency will be frosty.

Strain the cocktail and serve by garnishing with rosemary.

Pro Tip: Make sure to put the cocktail glass in the freezer before hand and use a chilled glass to serve.

How to Make Rosemary Syrup:

In a saucepan, boil 1/2 cup water. Add sugar and rosemary soon after. Keep stirring till the sugar dissolves. Turn off the heat and let the syrup stand for 30 minutes. Strain in a airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week for best results.