Mint Julep
CLASSIC · BOURBON WHISKEY

Mint Julep

The Mint Julep is a Southern American icon - a frost-kissed silver cup packed with crushed ice, fragrant fresh mint, and bold Kentucky bourbon, sweetened just enough to let the whiskey shine.

Ingredients
Powdered Sugar5 ml
Water10 ml
Glassware
Julep Stainless Steel Cup
Chilled.
Flavor
BODYSWEETFRUITACIDHEATSMOKEEARTHBITTER

Caramel · Honey · Mint · Oak

Estimated profile

Method
  1. 1

    Place 3 fresh mint sprigs into a julep cup and add the powdered sugar and water.

  2. 2

    Gently muddle just once or twice to express the mint oils without bruising the leaves.

  3. 3

    Fill the cup completely with cracked or crushed ice.

  4. 4

    Pour the bourbon over the ice and stir well until the outside of the cup frosts over, about 30 seconds.

  5. 5

    Top with additional crushed ice to form a dome.

  6. 6

    Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, held close to the nose so the aroma is part of every sip. Serve with a short straw.

From the Bartender

The key to a great Julep is restraint at the muddle - you want to express the mint's essential oils, not shred the leaves, which releases bitter chlorophyll. A fine crushed ice pack and a frosted silver cup are non-negotiable for the full sensory experience.

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