How to make a great Vodka Gimlet

I got tired of the sweet taste of the Cosmopolitan and didn't like the straight martini, so I've worked on my own recipe for a really good Vodka Gimlet, served "neat" in a martini glass.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Shot Glass
• Cocktail shaker
• Vodka
• Unsweetened Lime Juice
• Agave syrup
• Ice

1. Add ice to your cocktail shaker to about half full for one drink.

2. Fill up your shot glass with Vodka and add to your cocktail shaker. Do this two times for a total of two shots of Vodka.

3. Add one shot glass of your unsweetened lime juice. I have used freshly squeezed limes, but also have been happy with a bottle of "fresh" lime juice. Do not use pre-sweetened lime juice.

4. Now add your Agave Syrup. The more you use, the sweeter the drink. I use about 3/4 of a shot glass and add it to the cocktail shaker.

5. Close your cocktail shaker and shake vigorously to mix the ingredients.

6. Pour your strained drink into a nice martini glass and enjoy! You could also serve this over ice in a larger drink glass.

Tips & Warnings

• Agave syrup can be found in health food stores; simple syrup can be substituted if necessary.
• Drink responsibly.