Southside
Gin · Shake · Coupe Glass
Southside Recipe
Southside is a classic gin cocktail made with Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Fresh Mint Leaves. Learn how to make this shake cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.
The South Side can be viewed as a gin-based Mojito. Mint leaves are thoroughly integrated with gin in the shaker, releasing a crisp herbal aroma into the liquid, while lime juice and syrup achieve a perfect sweet-and-sour balance. Double-strained into a coupe, it displays a charming clear green hue, making it the ideal drink for a summer garden party.
Ingredients
- Gin 60ml
- Fresh Lemon Juice 22.5ml
- Simple Syrup 15ml
- Fresh Mint Leaves 8-10片
Garnish: Mint Sprig
Flavor: Sour Citrus Minty Herbal