East Side Breeze
Introducing the East Side Breeze - a garden-forward cocktail made with our very own East Side Gin, crafted with six all-natural botanicals and nothing artificial. It is bright, herbaceous, and as refreshing as a walk through the Metroparks.
Difficulty Level
Easy
Ingredients
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2 oz East Side Gin
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0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
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0.5 oz honey syrup
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4 mint leaves
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Soda water to top
For the Honey Syrup
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.5 cup warm water
Garnish (optional)
- 1 lemon wheel
- 2 additional mint leaves
Method
- Shake gin, lemon juice, honey, and mint with ice.
- Strain into a highball glass with fresh ice.
- Top with soda water.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel and mint sprig.
How to Make the Honey Syrup
Honey syrup is a simple, all-natural sweetener that blends easily into cocktails.
- Combine honey and warm water in a small bowl or jar.
- Stir until fully dissolved.
- Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Experience
This riffs on a Bee's Knees perfectly balances the floral and citrus notes of East Side Gin with the natural sweetness of honey for a smooth, refreshing drink!