GimletvsGin Basil Smash
Which one fits your taste?
Gimlet
A sharp, botanical mix of gin and sweetened lime juice. Clean, potent, and incredibly refreshing.
Gin Basil Smash
A muddled, herbaceous modern classic pairing gin with fresh basil, lemon, and simple syrup.
Gimlet
Gin Basil Smash
Base
gin
gin
Glassware
Coupe
Rocks glass
Flavor Notes
sour, strong, herbal
herbal, sour, refreshing
Strong?
Which should you pick?
Pick the Gimlet if you want something boozy and spirit-forward. Go with the Gin Basil Smash if you'd rather have something light and refreshing. Both are bright and citrus-forward and herbal and aromatic, so if you enjoy one you'll likely appreciate the other.