GimletvsJournalist Cocktail
Which one fits your taste?
Gimlet
A sharp, botanical mix of gin and sweetened lime juice. Clean, potent, and incredibly refreshing.
Journalist Cocktail
A layered, complex classic combining gin with both vermouths, triple sec, lime, and bitters.
Gimlet
Journalist Cocktail
Base
gin
gin
Glassware
Coupe
Coupe
Flavor Notes
sour, strong, herbal
sour, bitter, strong
Strong?
Which should you pick?
Pick the Gimlet if you want something herbal and aromatic. Go with the Journalist Cocktail if you'd rather have something bitter and complex. Both are bright and citrus-forward and boozy and spirit-forward, so if you enjoy one you'll likely appreciate the other.