Gimlet

Gimlet is a term used for several distinct things, including a cocktail, a hand tool, and a media company.

Gimlet (cocktail) refers to a gin-based drink traditionally made with gin, lime juice, and a sweetener such as simple syrup or sugar. The mixture is typically served chilled, either straight up in a small glass or over ice, and garnished with a lime wedge or twist. Variations include substitutions such as vodka-based gimlets or modern, less-sweet versions. The origin of the cocktail’s name is not definitively known, but the drink achieved notable popularity in the early to mid-20th century.

Gimlet (tool) is a small hand drill used to bore holes in wood. It features a slender, tapered spiral blade attached to a handle, and may include a screw tip to help pull the bit into the workpiece. Operated manually, it is designed for creating small pilot holes or starting holes for larger drills and is commonly used in woodworking and joinery.

Gimlet Media is an American podcast studio and network founded in 2014 by Alex Blumberg and Matt Lieber. It produced several well-known programs, including StartUp and Reply All. In 2019, Gimlet was acquired by Spotify for a reported amount around $200 million, and its operations were integrated into Spotify’s broader podcast network.