Grate the zest of <quantity>1</quantity> lime into a pot. Add <quantity>1½<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of sugar and <quantity>1¼<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of water

Place the pot over medium-low heat and simmer for 10m until the sugar is dissolved

Strain the syrup into another recipient and allow to cool completely

Transfer to a sterilized glass bottle and close. The lime cordial is ready

Add <quantity>25<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of the Lime Cordial and <quantity>1</quantity> teared kaffir lime leaf to a cocktail shaker

Add <quantity>10<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of cachaça and <quantity>40<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of gin

Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake until thoroughly chilled

Strain into an old fashioned glass with <quantity>1</quantity> clear ice and garnish with lime zest to taste. The kaffir lime leaf gimlet is ready

Enjoy your refreshing drink!