Palo Santo Gimlet
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Palo Santo Gimlet
If a cocktail is going to have dry London Gin in it, the creator should be from London. That holds true when it comes to the Palo Santo Gimlet Cocktail. This refreshing and sophisticated drink, created by Alex Kratena, the owner of a renowned establishment in East London, brings a unique blend of flavors to a classic gin-based cocktail.
The addition of sherry and Palo Santo cordial elevates the Gimlet to a whole new level, adding complexity and depth to every sip. Whether you’re an avid cocktail enthusiast or a home bartender looking to impress, this is a recipe you’ll want to try.
What You’ll Need:
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1 oz Gin (A quality London dry gin works best)
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1/3 oz Lillet Blanc (A delicate, floral French aperitif wine)
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1/3 oz Sherry (A dry sherry like Fino or Amontillado is ideal)
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1/3 oz Palo Santo Cordial (A unique, fragrant ingredient that adds a subtle woody and vanilla-like aroma)
How to Make It:
Now it’s time to craft this exceptional cocktail. Follow these steps carefully to achieve the perfect balance of flavors:
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Prepare your glasses – Fill a separate mixing glass with ice. Also, have your drinking glass filled with ice to chill it while you mix your drink.
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Mix the ingredients – Pour the gin, Lillet Blanc, sherry, and Palo Santo cordial into your mixing glass over the ice.
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Stir until cold – Stir your drink thoroughly until it reaches your preferred level of chill. This step ensures proper dilution and flavor integration.
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Strain and serve – Remove the ice from your drinking glass, if desired, and strain the cocktail into a new rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
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Garnish and enjoy – While this cocktail is perfect on its own, you can enhance it with a twist of citrus peel or a sprig of fresh herbs for an extra aromatic experience.
Why You’ll Love the Palo Santo Gimlet
This cocktail isn’t just another gin drink—it’s an elevated experience. The herbal, slightly smoky notes of Palo Santo blend beautifully with the crisp gin and the slight sweetness of Lillet Blanc, while the sherry adds a nutty depth that rounds out the flavors.
Whether you’re sipping it at a cocktail party, enjoying a quiet evening at home, or looking for something special to post on Instagram (we won’t judge!), the Palo Santo Gimlet is sure to impress.
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