Which glass is used for Southside?

• A. Coupe
• B. Chilled Martini/Coupe
• C. Martini Glass
• D. Nick & Nora

Answer: (B)

For an up-style gin cocktail like the Southside, you want a glass that keeps the drink cold without diluting it and that presents the aroma nicely. The best fit is a chilled stemmed glass, such as a martini or a coupe, because both are classic vessels for drinks served up and they help preserve temperature while highlighting aromas like mint and citrus. Chilling the glass in advance is key, so when you strain the shaken mixture into it, the drink stays cold from the first sip to the last. A coupe can enhance the minty aroma with its wider rim, while a martini glass is the traditional go-to for gin cocktails served up; either works when properly chilled. Other shapes like Nick & Nora aren’t the standard for this drink, since they don’t align as closely with the up-and-chilled presentation.