Named for the French word for arugula, this fresh take on the gimlet was developed by Matthew Biancaniello for the Roosevelt's Library Bar in Hollywood.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 2
Ingredients
1 cup (loosely packed) baby arugula plus additional for garnish
4 1/2 teaspoons dark agave nectar
41 /2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup Hendrick's Gin
Ice cubes
Ingredient info: Hendrick's Gin is a Scottish gin infused with cucumber and rose petals. It's available at some specialty foods stores and well-stocked liquor stores.
Preparation
Combine 1 cup arugula, agave nectar, and lime juice in cocktail shaker. Using muddler or long-handled wooden spoon, mash until arugula is wilted, at least 1 minute. Add gin. Fill cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Cover and shake briefly to chill. Strain into 2 small rocks glasses filled with ice cubes. Garnish drinks with arugula leaves.
