Southside

The Southside is often called a gin Mojito, but I think it’s so much more. The split base of lemon and lime juice is what makes it shine, giving the gin’s botanicals and the fresh mint a brighter, more complex stage. It's a truly great sour.

Approximate ABV 19.6%
Approximate Price / Cocktail $4.00
Taste Foundation Sweet, Sour/Tart
Taste Nuance Herbal, Fruity

Recipe Ingredients

2 oz. (60 ml) The Botanist Islay Dry Gin Add to Cart
1/2 oz. (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
1/2 oz. (15 ml) fresh lime juice
3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) semi-rich simple syrup (1.5:1 sugar:water)
6-10 mint leaves
Mint sprig for garnish

Recipe Directions

1. Add the mint leaves to a shaker.
2. Pour in the gin, lemon juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
3. Fill the shaker with ice.
4. Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
5. Double strain into a chilled glass.
6. Garnish with a mint sprig.

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