How to Make the Careless Whisper, a Cocktail Like a Sweet Gin Breeze

Welcome to Boozinette. This is the Careless Whisper.

• 2 oz dry gin
• 2 oz watermelon juice
• 1/2 oz rich mint syrup
• pinch of salt
• 1 sprig of mint
• 1 bunch of mint
• 2 cups of sugar
• 1 cup of water

In a small saucepan, bring all ingredients to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer for five minutes. Strain, contain, let cool and refrigerate. Use to freshen up any beverage that’s tasting not-so-fresh.

Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake like a dock in stormy weather for 10-12 seconds. Fine strain into a lowball over ice. Garnish with mint and salt. Ignore those careless whispers and dance like your feet still have rhythm.

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