A fresh and minty gin cocktail
The South Side is a classic cocktail that has its roots in 19th century New York. It combines gin with mint, lemon juice and sugar syrup for a refreshing and balanced drink. The drink has a fresh and spicy taste with a subtle citric acidity and the distinctive mint flavor. South Side is popular both as an aperitif and as a light drink on hot summer days.
- Type of drink: Cocktails Sour drinks
- Metod: Shaken cocktails
- Origin: American drinks
Ingredients
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- 50 ml gin (preferably a dry gin)
- 25 ml fresh lemon juice
- 15 ml syrup
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes
- A sprig of mint for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the gin, lemon juice, syrup and mint leaves.
- Dredge the mint gently to release its flavor.
- Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
- Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint.
Pro tips
- Carefully dredge the mint so that it does not become bitter.
- Adjust the amount of syrup to suit your desired sweetness.
- For a more refreshing drink, use freshly squeezed lemon juice.
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