Mahnke Family Cocktail Recipes

Southside

Classic | Sour | from Anders Erickson

This pre-Prohibition classic is a simple, refreshing mix of gin, citrus, mint and sugar. The exact origins are a bit murky - some say Chicago, others point to New York - but one thing’s clear: it’s a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients

Amount	Ingredient	Brand
2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml 4 oz / 100 ml 6 oz / 150 ml	Gin	The Botanist
1⁄2 oz / 13 ml 3⁄4 oz / 19 ml 1 oz / 25 ml 1 1⁄2 oz / 38 ml	Fresh Lemon Juice
1⁄2 oz / 13 ml 3⁄4 oz / 19 ml 1 oz / 25 ml 1 1⁄2 oz / 38 ml	Fresh Lime Juice
3⁄4 oz / 19 ml 1 1⁄8 oz / 28 ml 1 1⁄2 oz / 38 ml 2 1⁄4 oz / 56 ml	Semi-rich Simple Syrup
6 to 10 leaves 9 to 15 leaves 12 to 20 leaves 18 to 30 leaves	Fresh Mint

Notes

• Method: Shaken
• Pour: Double Strain
• Glassware:
  • Low Ball
  • Large Ice Cube
• Garnish: Mint sprig
• Special Prep: None