Gunpowder Tea Smoky Gimlet
A smoky twist on the classic gimlet—gin infused with Gunpowder green tea, fresh lime, and a hint of mint for a cocktail with real character.
Gunpowder green tea and gin are a match made in heaven—both share botanical, slightly bitter profiles that merge seamlessly. Infusing gin with the tea's rolled pellets adds a subtle smokiness and a faint green tint that makes the drink visually intriguing.
The gimlet format is ideal because the lime juice's acidity cuts through any residual bitterness from the tea, while the simple syrup balances everything into a clean, sippable cocktail.
A few muddled mint leaves pay homage to the tea's Moroccan heritage and add a layer of aromatic freshness. Don't overdo it—two or three leaves is enough to perfume the drink without turning it into a mojito.
For a non-alcoholic version, infuse cold water with Gunpowder tea overnight, then shake with lime juice, simple syrup, and mint over ice. Strain into a coupe glass and you've got a mocktail that's every bit as elegant.
Ingredients
- 60 ml London dry gin
- 1 tbsp Gunpowder green tea leaves
- 30 ml fresh lime juice
- 20 ml simple syrup
- 3 fresh mint leaves
- Lime wheel for garnish
How to make it
- 1Infuse gin: add Gunpowder tea leaves to gin in a sealed jar. Let sit for 2 hours at room temperature. Strain out leaves.
- 2Place mint leaves in a cocktail shaker and press gently with a muddler (don't shred them).
- 3Add infused gin, lime juice, and simple syrup. Fill with ice.
- 4Shake vigorously for 10 seconds until the shaker frosts over.
- 5Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.
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