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Graveyard Shakedown Cocktail Recipe

The Graveyard Shakedown Cocktail Recipe
The Graveyard Shakedown is a bold, easy-to-make cocktail with just three ingredients—gin, lime juice, and simple syrup. It’s fast, refreshing, and perfect for unexpected parties or spooky hangouts.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 Cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Strainer
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Martini glass
  • Citrus juicer (or handheld squeezer)

Ingredients

  • 2 oz gin
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup or honey syrup
  • Ice for shaking
  • Optional garnish: Lime wheel

Instructions

  • Pour 2 oz gin into a cocktail shaker.
  • Add 1 oz fresh lime juice and 1 oz simple syrup or honey syrup.
  • Fill shaker with ice and seal.
  • Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  • Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel, if using. Serve immediately.