Garden Party

This is an ideal cocktail for lounging in the backyard on a warm summer day. Pair with a hammock and a book and you've got the perfect lazy afternoon.

4-5 fresh mint leaves

1/2 oz. fresh lime juice

1/4 oz. simple syrup (1:1)
1 1/2 oz. Green Chartreuse

2 1/2 oz. club soda
Ice cubes or long ice spear
Tools: muddler, shaker, strainer
Glass: highball
Garnish: mint sprig

Add mint, lime juice and simple syrup to a shaker and muddle lightly. Add ice and Chartreuse and shake until well chilled. Strain into ice-filled glasses, top with club soda and garnish.

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