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Eastside Cocktail

The classic citrus-and-mint Southside cocktail is elevated to another plane of flavor through the inclusion of fresh cucumber.

2 oz. gin
1 oz. fresh lime juice
3/4 oz. simple syrup (1:1)
8 mint leaves
2 slices cucumber
Tools: shaker, muddler, strainer
Glass: cocktail
Garnish: thin slice of cucumber

Lightly muddle the cucumber and mint leaves in a shaker. Add the liquid ingredients and shake well with ice. Strain into a chilled glass. Float the garnish on top of drink.

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