Thyme and key lime cocktail recipe

Thyme and Key Lime Cocktail

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Whether you’re hosting a party or just trying to earn points with your happy hour comrades, enjoy the unique, crisp flavor of this thyme and key lime cocktail. It’s easy to make and the simple syrup can be made in advance!

When you prepare the simple syrup, make sure to add the fresh thyme and lime zest to the mixture after bringing it to a boil and removing it from the heat. The thyme is a lot more pungent than the lime flavoring. To make adjustments, simply add more or less of either ingredient to your liking.

St. Germaine liqueur is made from elderflower, which is a small, white starry flower that blooms through the spring and summer. It has a bright and beautiful fragrant flavor. It’s uses vary from foods and drinks in Europe and it’s rapidly gaining popularity in America.

We recommend a higher quality of gin for this recipe because St. Germain, which is also a main ingredient, is a top-shelf liquor. You won’t regret it! Garnish this beverage with a sprig of fresh thyme and a lime wedge.

Thyme and Key Lime Cocktail Recipe

what you'll need
  • thyme and lime simple syrup
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 8 sprigs fresh thyme
  • zest of 1/2 a large lime
  • cocktail assembly
  • 2 oz gin
  • 1 oz St. Germain liquor
  • 1 Tbsp thyme and lime simple syrup
  • juice of 3 key limes, or 1 regular lime
  • club soda
  • lime wedge, for garnish
  • 1-2 sprigs fresh thyme, for garnish
Nutrition Facts
Thyme and Key Lime Cocktail Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 294
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.03g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.01g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.003g
Sodium 15mg 1%
Potassium 16mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugars 21g
Protein 0.1g 0%
Vitamin A 1%
Vitamin C 6%
Calcium 1%
Iron 1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
let's do it
  1. To make simple syrup, boil water and sugar until dissolved then remove from heat and let thyme and lime steep for about 10–15 minutes. Strain liquid into bowl and set aside.
  2. Combine gin, St. Germaine, simple syrup and lime juice in a cocktail shaker then give it a good jiggle.
  3. Strain ingredients from the cocktail shaker into a glass then add a splash of club soda. Garnish with 1–2 sprigs of thyme and a wedge of lime. Cheers!
Cheryl Says

Be sure to set a timer while steeping the thyme and key lime because steeping too long leads to an acrid taste!

Thyme and key lime cocktail recipe