Gimlet
A gimlet is a classic cocktail, not a food dish, typically made with gin or vodka and sweetened lime juice, often served in a cocktail glass. Originating from the British Royal Navy, it was originally a way to make lime rations more palatable, with the name possibly referring to a small drilling tool.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a cocktail, it is relatively low in protein and fat but can be moderate in carbohydrates from the added sugar in the lime cordial or simple syrup. A standard serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, with the majority coming from alcohol and added sugars.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Potassium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
| Zinc | 0.05 mg |
| Copper | 0.01 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 120 ml, 110 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The gimlet has a fascinating historical link to naval medicine, as lime juice was used to prevent scurvy among sailors, making it a drink born from practical necessity. Its simple, balanced profile of tart and sweet has made it a enduring template for countless modern cocktail variations.
