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Southside Cocktail

The Southside Cocktail is a sweet-tart, citrusy, gin drink. It's a classic cocktail that's very much worth knowing and drinking.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Additional Time0 minutes
Total Time2 minutes
Course: Gin
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 214kcal
Author: Lauren Pacek

Ingredients

  • 5 mint leaves
  • 1 ounce lemon juice
  • 2 ounces gin
  • 1 ounce simple syrup
  • sprig of fresh mint for garnish

Instructions

  • Place the mint leaves in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Add the lemon juice. Muddle the mint leaves gently.
  • Add the gin and simple syrup to the shaker.
  • Add ice to the cocktail shaker and shake until very cold.
  • Double strain the drink into a Nick and Nora or coupe glass. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.

Notes

  • If you add soda water to this drink, you'll have a Southside Fizz!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 29mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 13g