Eastside Gimlet

Use 2:1 rich simple syrup for its listed portion.

Select and pre-chill a cocktail coupe glass.

Prepare a garnish using a mint leaf and a cucumber slice.

Muddle the cucumber at the base of a shaker, removing the skin beforehand for best results.

Add the mint leaves and lightly muddle them, just enough to bruise.

Introduce the gin, freshly squeezed lime juice, and rich sugar syrup into the shaker, then shake vigorously with ice.

Fine strain the mixture into the chilled cocktail coupe.

Top off the cocktail with a splash of soda water.

Garnish with a mint leaf clipped to the rim and a cucumber slice floated on the surface.