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Southside recipe.

A refreshing gin cocktail with fresh mint, citrus, and a smooth balance of sweetness and botanicals, served in a coupe glass.

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Southside

Description

The Southside is a classic cocktail with a bright and crisp profile, often described as a gin-based Mojito. Its origins are debated - some claim it was the signature drink of the South Side of Chicago during Prohibition, while others suggest it originated in New York at 21 Club.

The drink combines London dry gin, fresh lime juice, mint, and simple syrup, creating a smooth, herbal, and citrusy balance. It is sometimes served on the rocks, but the traditional version is shaken and strained into a coupe glass.

Ingredients

  • 60 ml London Dry Gin
  • 25 ml lime juice
  • 15 ml Simple Syrup
  • 7 mint leafs (gently muddled)
  • 1 mint sprig (for garnish)

Equipment needed

Muddler – Used to gently muddle the mint. Cocktail Shaker – Used to shake with ice. Fine Mesh Strainer – Used to fine strain into the glass.

Instructions

  1. Gently muddle the mint leaves with simple syrup in a shaker.
  2. Add gin, lime juice, and ice.
  3. Shake well and fine strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  4. Garnish with a mint sprig.

Recommended glassware

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass (recommended)

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Approx. 17% ABV 1.8 units 155 kcal Ice Mocktail option
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