The South Side is a refreshing gin cocktail built on bright lemon juice, fresh mint, and a touch of powdered sugar. It's a citrus-forward drink that balances tartness with subtle sweetness and aromatic mint.
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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.
Cocktails are best consumed immediately after preparation. Pre-batch the lemon juice, gin, and sugar, but add mint and ice only when serving.
cocktail shaker · jigger or measuring glass · bar spoon or muddler · strainer
Fresh mint is essential to the drink's character. Dried mint or mint extract won't provide the same bright, herbaceous flavor and won't muddle properly.
Gently muddle the mint to release oils without crushing the leaves to bits, which can make the drink bitter. Light pressure for 3-5 seconds is ideal.
A dry gin with balanced botanicals works well. The recipe calls for Old Mr. Boston Dry Gin, but London Dry style gins are a good substitute.
Mix the lemon juice, sugar, and gin in advance, but add mint and ice just before serving to prevent the mint from over-steeping and turning bitter.
Shake vigorously with ice for 10-15 seconds until the shaker is frosty, then strain into a chilled glass filled with fresh ice.
