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Southside Cocktail

This Southside cocktail is a tasty and sophisticated drink with a gin base, mint leaves, and citrus juice for a refreshing flavor. It is a great option if you want to impress guests or relax after a long day.
Course Cocktails
Cuisine American
Keyword southside cocktail, southside cocktail recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 person
Calories 218kcal
Author Tanya

Ingredients

  • 6-8 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 ounces gin
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice or lime juice
  • 1 ounce simple syrup or to taste

Instructions

  • Gently muddle the mint leaves in a cocktail shaker.
  • Add the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  • Fill the shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
  • Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a mint sprig.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your desired sweetness.
  • For a fun twist, try using flavored gin, such as strawberry or elderflower.
  • Feel free to substitute vodka for gin in this recipe. 

Nutrition

Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 82mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 257IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg