Southside Royale cocktail recipe

We love a Southside. It’s a beautiful, fragrant and delicious drink. But sometimes you want something a little sparkly, a little lighter, maybe even a little festive. So, if you’re in that kinda mood, we present to you the best of both worlds: the Southside Royale. We’ve slightly riffed on the OG recipe by subbing out the Champers for prosecco, but you do you, baby.

In terms of taste and the ingredients, this is basically a Southside with the addition of bubbles. And that’s pretty much how it was born as well, as a sparkling wine version of the already popular Southside cocktail. 

So, when can (or when should) you have a Southside Royale? To be honest, it’s a super refreshing and palatable drink that can be had whenever. However, we reckon you could treat it a few ways. The first, like a little palate cleanser between courses of a meal. The second, before a meal to get your tastebuds prepped for the food. And the third, after a meal as a wee digestive, like limoncello. But, it’s honestly up to you, your guests and your personal preference.

Just like a Mojito, you need to be patient with the mint. Muddle it super gently in the bottom of the glass, being careful not to bruise it. If you bruise or tear the mint, little specks of mint will float around in your drink and that may not be to your liking. But when you treat the mint with kindness, you’ll be rewarded with delicious minty aromas.