Southside

According to legend, this cocktail was invented at the '21' Club in New York City. Since then, it has been almost completely forgotten, but it's an easy summer cocktail that can impress even the most jaded drinker.

Directions

1. Fill a shaker with ice. Add 1/4 cup gin, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons superfine sugar and a fresh mint sprig. Shake vigorously for 1 minute. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a mint sprig.