Classic

Southside

Name: Southside
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 60 ml Gin; 22.5 ml Lime juice; 15 ml Simple syrup; 6 leaves Mint leaves

Served in a coupe glass

Ingredients

60 ml Gin
22.5 ml Lime juice
15 ml Simple syrup
6 leaves Mint leaves

Preparation

Shake all ingredients with ice and double strain into a chilled coupe glass.

Garnish

Mint leaf

Origin story

The Southside cocktail has roots in the early 20th century, traditionally associated with the South Side of Chicago. It has seen a resurgence in popularity, particularly in craft cocktail bars, as bartenders embrace its refreshing and herbaceous qualities.