Southside

Gin, lime, sugar, mint. The 21 Club's signature — the Mojito's older, brighter, gin-based cousin. Reportedly Capone's preferred drink.

Ingredients

• London Dry Gin2 ounces
• Fresh Lime Juice¾ ounce
• Simple Syrup¾ ounce
• Fresh Mint Leaves8 each
• Mint Sprig1 each

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake hard. Double-strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a mint sprig.

Notes

Don't muddle the mint to oblivion — slap and place.