The Gimlet is a classic cocktail that didn’t start behind some fancy bar, but on the high seas. Well, kind of. The British Navy was suffering from scurvy when it ruled the high seas, until Lauchlan ...

1. Place the sugar and water in a saucepan and start to bring almost to a simmer while you zest limes. 2. Add the zest to the pan before simmering starts, and once simmering, simmer for 10 minutes. 3.

The traditional version of this classic cocktail calls for equal parts gin and lime cordial; this easy method uses lime juice instead to create a clean and more refreshing drink. FAQs about BBC Food ...

One lady who rang after a recent show told me she has a treeful of limes. Can you believe it - the lucky thing! She wanted some lime recipes so here's one I sent her for starters. This cordial is ...