Tequila Southside
The gin Southside with agave underneath it. Mint, lime and soda keep it long and cooling, and the tequila reads green and peppery rather than botanical: the same drink pointed at a different plant.
5 ingredients5 minutesHighballMint sprig and lime wheel
Ingredients
2 oz blanco tequila
1 oz fresh lime juice
0.75 oz simple syrup
8 to 10 fresh mint leaves
Soda water, to top
Method
- Press the mint gently against the side of the shaker with the simple syrup. Bruise it, do not shred it.
- Add the tequila, lime and ice, then shake until well chilled.
- Double strain into an ice-filled Tom Collins glass.
- Top with soda water; garnish with a mint sprig and a fresh lime wheel.
Panel note
Double strain it. Shredded mint left in the glass looks careless and turns bitter by the second sip.