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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

  • 2 oz East Side Gin

  • 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice

  • 0.5 oz honey syrup

  • 4 mint leaves

  • 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

  1. Shake gin, lemon juice, honey, and mint with ice.

  2. Strain into a highball glass with fresh ice.

  3. Top with soda water.

  4. 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.

  1. Combine honey and warm water in a small bowl or jar.

  2. Stir until fully dissolved.

  3. 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!

About the author

About Toledo Spirits Co.

Welcome to Toledo Spirits, where tradition meets innovation in every glass. We are storytellers in the art of cocktails. Our passion lies in crafting spirits that inspire and reimagine classic cocktails with a modern twist. At Toledo Spirits, we believe that the essence of a great cocktail goes beyond its ingredients. It's about the experience, history, and balance each taste offers.

Our craft spirits are the foundation of this philosophy, each meticulously distilled to ensure the highest quality and unique character.