How to Make the Southside

The Southside is a classic cocktail with slightly mysterious origins, often linked to both Prohibition era Chicago and New York’s speakeasy scene. Wherever it came from, it has remained a favourite.

It combines gin, mint, citrus, and sugar, creating something that feels both refreshing and structured. It shares similarities with a Mojito but is cleaner and more spirit driven. It is a drink that feels quietly confident.

Why Lush Life Loves It

I always think of this as a more polished take on a minty drink. It is refreshing but still feels like a proper cocktail.

Here is the recipe

Southside

Susan

The Southside is cool, refreshing, and perfect for any time. The combo of mint, lemon and gin make this classic cocktail so popular!

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Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Calories 225 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 ounces Gin
• 1 ounce Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 ounce Simple syrup
• 3-5 mint leaves depending on how much mint you want!
• Garnish: mint sprig

Instructions

 

• Place the mint and lemon juice into a cocktail shaker.
• Muddle
• Then add the gin and simple syrup
• Add ice
• Shake, shake, shake
• Use a fine mesh strainer and strain into a coupe
• Garnish with a mint leaf

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gSodium: 27mgFiber: 4gSugar: 16g

Keyword southside, Southside Cocktail

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