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Pomegranate Lime Gimlet Recipe

November 12, 2020 by Samantha 14 Comments

A gimlet is a simple, yet refreshing cocktail. Made with minimal ingredients, this Pomegranate Lime Gimlet recipe is perfect for the holidays or as a Winter cocktail. 

Pomegranate and Lime Gimlet | My Kitchen Love

I’ve been told many times that I’m an old soul. I’m unsure if this is something that is just me; not learned or anything, just always there, or if I’ve slowly acquired a taste for things that perhaps make me appear older than I am.

Take cocktails for example, gin which most people associate with an older demographic is by far my favourite. And this Gimlet recipe throwback to the 1920’s is definitely a new favourite. The fact that its colours are perfect for the holidays is a wonderful coincidence that makes me happy.

Pomegranate and Lime Gimlet | My Kitchen Love

I’m more into wine these days so I actually had to do some research on what this cocktail would be labeled once I developed the recipe; the obvious choice was a gimlet.

Gin, lime juice or cordial and soda. Simple, clean, and yet one killer cocktail in the taste department. I love that there’s no syrup involved making the tastes clean, straightforward and not overly sweet. Truly perfect for a happy hour or a cocktail before supper arrives at the table. I’ve served them as a Christmas cocktail for those who also enjoy gin. 

Obviously my kids didn’t drink this. That being said, they loved eating the lime slices and pomegranate seeds with glee. And I loved having a festive cocktail to enjoy during the witching hour at our house 😉

I know that this  gimlet recipe is going to make an appearance at our annual holiday open house (when we’re able to host crowds again), but I also have 1-2 more very festive cocktails up my sleeve to share with you (the total number will depend upon how successful I am with recipe development – lol real life here guys).

What’s your favourite cocktail for the holidays?

Pomegranate and Lime Gimlet | My Kitchen Love

A gimlet cocktail is best mixed with a dry London gin. There are lots of dry London gins around and the labels on gin bottles clearly state if they are indeed a dry London gin. 

And while a gimlet looks like a martini, the absences of vermouth is what pushes this drink into the gimlet recipe category. 

A traditional gimlet cocktail is made with a mix of gin and lime cordial, packed with lots of ice. Here I’ve added a touch of soda to ease up on the intensity of the gin, but it can be skipped if desired. 

Likewise with the lime juice, a great substitution would be lime cordial. 

Pomegranate and Lime Gimlet | My Kitchen Love

More Winter Cocktails we sip on:

  • Cranberry French 75
  • Easy White Wine Spritzer
  • Bourbon Eggnog
  • Meyer Lemon Rosemary Collins
Pomegranate and Lime Gimlet in an old-fashion cocktail glass.
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Pomegranate Lime Gimlet Recipe
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
 

Simple, yet completely refreshing Pomegranate Lime Gimlet Recipe.

Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas cocktail, gimlet, gimlet cocktail, gimlet recipe, Winter cocktail
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 87 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 oz dry London gin
  • 1 oz lime juice or lime cordial
  • 1 oz club soda optional
  • 1 slice lime
  • 1 tbsp pomegranate seeds
US Customary - Metric
Instructions
  1. Place all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously until cold, place in a glass packed with crushed or cubed ice.

  2. Sip.

  3. Repeat.

Nutrition Facts
Pomegranate Lime Gimlet Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 87 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 7mg0%
Potassium 35mg1%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Enjoy! xo 

 

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Pomegranate and Lime Gimlet | My Kitchen Love

 

Filed Under: Christmas, Cocktails, Holidays, Vegetarian Tagged With: christmas, cocktail, gin, holidays, lime, pomegranate

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Comments

  1. AvatarElaine @ Flavour and Savour says

    November 12, 2016 at 8:18 am

    So pretty--so festive! I love the addition of pomegranate. Pinning!
    Reply
    • AvatarSamantha says

      November 12, 2016 at 8:51 am

      Thanks so much Elaine!!!
      Reply
  2. Avatarpepperspennies says

    November 12, 2016 at 8:28 am

    Ooh! My husband and I actually host an annual Festivus party because, why not? We typically buy a keg (or two) but maybe this year we should class it up a bit. What type of gin do you like to serve with this cocktail? I am partial to Boodles or Sipsmith and would be eager to hear about your go-to!
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    • AvatarSamantha says

      November 12, 2016 at 8:51 am

      Fun party idea! We do a party too, an open house where we do bagels and bubbles with everyone bringing a bottle of bubbles to share. Such good festive fun. I am totally partial to Boodles. It's the only gin I buy now. I'd love to get some higher end stuff one day ... when my bank account can handle it ;)
      Reply
  3. Avatarthefoodblognet says

    November 12, 2016 at 8:59 am

    So pretty and I love the simplicity. Gin is my favorite, too. Thanks for posting this lovely cocktail.
    Reply
    • AvatarSamantha says

      November 12, 2016 at 9:34 am

      Gin lovers unite!!!
      Reply
  4. AvatarSamantha says

    November 12, 2016 at 9:34 am

    LOL. Totally. My kids are addicted to them and since they're on sale currently I basically am spending my life taking the seeds out of them.
    Reply
  5. AvatarDr. Kimberley says

    November 12, 2016 at 1:09 pm

    This looks like a light and refreshing holiday drink and I love the festive colours! Thanks for sharing Samantha! If we lived just a little bit closer I would suggest we meet up for one ;)
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    • AvatarSamantha says

      November 12, 2016 at 8:43 pm

      Wouldn't that be lovely! I may be up there during the Summer; I'll drop you a line if it works out that we're visiting family.
      Reply
  6. AvatarTeresa says

    November 13, 2016 at 12:48 am

    I love a good whiskey sour any time of year, but for the holidays I really enjoy making an old-fashioned bowl of punch or mulled wine. Our idea of Christmas is Victorian and theirs was Medieval, so it's all well-themed, right? Your gimlet would be so pretty on a holiday table and it sounds delicious.
    Reply
    • AvatarSamantha says

      November 13, 2016 at 8:19 pm

      ohhh, good choice Teresa! I've been eyeing a punch bowl at the thrift store, but I feel as though our cabinets can only hold so much.It's very festive however to have a punch bowl so I just might have to do it. Hope you had a lovely weekend!
      Reply
  7. Avatardiversivore says

    November 13, 2016 at 1:51 pm

    Beautiful drink - and I'm totally with you on the old soul beverages. I'm a scotch and gin kind of guy (not together, mind you). There's a lot of character in those old prohibition era classics too, and I'm personally a big fan of drinks that play on the flavours of the basic ingredients without drowning everything in syrup or overly fruity booze. Great stuff Samantha. As for me - I don't really have a favourite holiday drink! But I'm trying to develop a couple of recipes... so stay tuned! :D
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    • AvatarSamantha says

      November 13, 2016 at 8:09 pm

      Thanks Sean! Totally agree about the syrupy stuff; sometimes it's a bit too much. I can't wait to see what you come up with!
      Reply

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