Southsides Cocktail I

1. 1

   In a saucepan cook 3 cups of water with sugar over moderate heat, stirring, until sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Remove pan from heat and cool syrup.

3. 3

   In a large pitcher stir together syrup, remaining 7 cups water, lime juice, and lime slices and garnish with mint.

4. 4

   To serve, add 1 1/2 ounces (1 jigger) gin, vodka, or rum to each of 12 large goblets or tall glasses filled with ice cubes and add lime mixture to taste.

5. 5

   Garnish cocktails with mint.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.