Guide

Lime Gin Cocktails for Happy Hour — Ranked by Data

The lime gin cocktails below make sense for happy hour: each leads with lime character and holds up in that setting. They are ranked by recipe quality from the WhatDrink database, and the notes explain how each option fits the requested flavor and context so you can compare the qualifying drinks.

35Recipes reviewed

20Matching this guide

10.6gMedian sugar

253 kcalMedian calories

16.8%Median ABV

Ranked recipes

#	Drink	Why it ranks	Best for
1	Billy Taylor	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 152 kcal	Best for happy hour
2	Blue Devil Cocktail	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 340 kcal	Best for happy hour
3	Bronx Terrace Cocktail	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 222 kcal	Best for happy hour
4	Chocolate Soldier	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 316 kcal	Best for happy hour
5	Chocolate Soldier Cocktail	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 316 kcal	Best for happy hour
6	Clover Leaf Cocktail	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 307 kcal	Best for happy hour
7	Dragonfly	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 250 kcal	Best for happy hour
8	Fallen Angel Cocktail	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 339 kcal	Best for happy hour
9	Fog Horn	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 299 kcal	Best for happy hour
10	Gimlet	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 221 kcal	Best for happy hour
11	Gimlet Cocktail	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 244 kcal	Best for happy hour
12	Gin and Soda	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 139 kcal	Best for happy hour
13	Gin Rickey	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 153 kcal	Best for happy hour
14	Gin Swizzle	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 166 kcal	Best for happy hour
15	Green Devil	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 339 kcal	Best for happy hour
16	Imperial Cocktail	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 128 kcal	Best for happy hour
17	Jitterbug	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 331 kcal	Best for happy hour
18	Mamie's Sister	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 256 kcal	Best for happy hour
19	Manila Fizz	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 316 kcal	Best for happy hour
20	Munich Mule	Lime-forward gin option for happy hour · 170 kcal	Best for happy hour

Best picks by use case

Lowest sugar

Gin and Soda

0.2g estimated sugar

~139 kcal · 0.2g sugar

Lowest calories

Imperial Cocktail

~128 kcal estimated

~128 kcal · 7.9g sugar

Simplest recipe

Mamie's Sister

3 ingredients

~256 kcal · 27.5g sugar

Methodology

Is this guide right for you?

Good fit if:

You want drinks that actually fit this setting, not just keyword matches
You want a ranked shortlist rather than a generic occasion list
You want flavour and strength context alongside the ranking

Poor fit if:

You need a complete drinks menu for an event
You need exact bar-specific values — these are data estimates
You expect a single 'best' drink for every person — occasion fit is personal

Frequently asked questions

What cocktails are on this page?: This page lists 20 cocktails matched on multiple criteria — gin as the base, lime flavor profile, happy hour occasion fit — from WhatDrink data. All pass quality and completeness filters.
Why combine multiple criteria?: Single-signal pages (e.g. "gin cocktails" or "citrus cocktails") have broad results. Combining criteria — spirit + flavor + occasion — surfaces drinks that genuinely fit a specific mood or context, reducing decision fatigue.
What do these cocktails taste like?: Flavor profiles vary but share the matched criteria. Check individual drink pages for full flavor tags, tasting notes, and sensory profiles.
How many drinks are on this page?: There are 20 cocktails on this page. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
Why do these lime gin cocktails work for happy hour?: Each qualifies on all three signals — gin as the base, a flavor profile that leads with lime, and a fit for happy hour — so the list is already narrowed to drinks that suit the setting. The ranking notes explain the flavor and context evidence behind each option so you can compare the qualifying drinks.
What foods pair with these cocktails?: Food pairing suggestions are available on individual drink pages.
Can I make these at home?: Most cocktails here use accessible bar ingredients. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.