The South Side is a citrus-forward gin cocktail balanced with fresh mint, lemon juice, and powdered sugar. Its bright, herbaceous profile makes it an ideal warm-weather drink.
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Visit Mr. Boston DrinksFrom Mr. Boston Drinks · by Old Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender's Guide
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Shake well with cracked ice and strain into 3 oz.
cocktail glass.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · bar spoon or muddler · jigger for measuring
Old Mr. Boston Dry Gin is traditional, but any quality dry gin with a clear botanical profile works well. London Dry style gins are ideal.
Fresh mint is essential to the drink's character. No suitable substitute exists; consider a different cocktail if mint is unavailable.
Yes, gently muddle 2 sprigs of fresh mint to release oils before adding other ingredients. Avoid over-muddling, which bruises leaves and creates bitterness.
Use exactly 1 tsp powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice at proper ratio. Taste as you build the drink and adjust lemon juice first before adding more sugar.
