Jul 14 2026
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Shaker
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice to chill the ingredients.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
Pour 2 oz of ouzo, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup into the shaker over the ice.
- 3
Shake the Mixture
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain the Cocktail
Using a strainer, pour the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnishing
- 5
Add Garnish
Garnish the cocktail with a lemon wheel and a couple of fresh mint leaves.
