South Side

Verified Recipe

Contributed by Kevin Diedrich

Appears in 766 Collections

Appears in 766 Collections

About The South Side Cocktail

South Side - Gin Cocktail

A simple, minty classic, the South Side is the perfect introduction to gin cocktails.

Ingredients in The South Side Cocktail

2 oz

No. 3 gin

5

Mint leaves

1 oz

Simple syrup

1 oz

Fresh lemon juice

Garnish:

1 Mint sprig

Glass:

How to make The South Side Cocktail

In a shaker, muddle the mint and simple syrup.

Add the lemon juice and gin, and fill with ice.

Shake, and double-strain into a cocktail glass.

Garnish with a mint sprig.

Other Information

Watch top bartender Kevin Diedrich make a South Side in our How to Cocktail video.

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