Southside
The Quirky Foodster Team
Coupe or rocks glass
Glass
Mint sprig
Garnish
Ingredients
- Gin — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Fresh lime juice — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Simple syrup — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Fresh mint leaves — 6-8
Method
- Muddle the mint gently with the syrup and lime juice.
- Add the gin and ice, and shake until well chilled.
- Double-strain into a chilled coupe or over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a mint sprig.
Description: A gin and mint sour, effectively a gin-based cousin of the Mojito or Mint Julep.
Cultural Background: Associated with 1920s Chicago's South Side, with lore linking it to gangster-era speakeasies, though records are thin.
Tips: Double-strain through a fine mesh to catch small mint bits for a cleaner drink.
Variations: Top with soda water for a longer "Southside Fizz."
Serving Suggestion: Serve up or on the rocks — both are traditional.
Nutrition: Approx. 155 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: How is this different from a Mojito?
A: No rum, no soda — this is shaken gin, lime, sugar and mint rather than a built rum highball.
- Gin — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Fresh lime juice — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Simple syrup — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Fresh mint leaves — 6-8
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