Minty Gin Fizz

This classic South Side cocktail is a refreshing and invigorating mix of mint, lime, and gin, perfect for a hot summer day or a lively evening gathering. The combination of fresh mint and zesty lime juice creates a burst of flavor, while the dry gin adds a smooth and sophisticated touch. Finished off with a splash of soda water, this cocktail is both light and vibrant, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.

Minty Gin Fizz

A refreshing and invigorating cocktail with a burst of mint, lime, and dry gin, finished off with a splash of soda water.

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Ingredients

  • 5 fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 2/3 oz lime juice
  • 2 oz dry gin
  • 1 oz soda water

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the mint leaves, simple syrup, lime juice, and dry gin.
  2. Add one medium or two small ice cubes to the cocktail shaker.
  3. Shake the ingredients until the ice fully melts.
  4. Pour the chilled and aerated drink into a glass through a fine mesh strainer to catch the mint leaves.
  5. Top the drink with soda water.