Raspberry Julep
CLASSIC · BOURBON

Raspberry Julep

A fruity riff on the classic Mint Julep, this Raspberry Julep layers bright berry sweetness with cooling mint and the warm depth of bourbon over a mound of crushed ice - a stunning warm-weather sipper.

Ingredients
Bourbon60 ml
Glassware
Julep cup
Chilled.
Flavor
BODYSWEETFRUITACIDHEATSMOKEEARTHBITTER

Raspberry · Mint · Vanilla · Caramel · Oak

Estimated profile

Method
  1. 1

    Place 8–10 fresh mint leaves into a julep cup. Add the raspberry syrup and gently press the mint with a muddler just enough to bruise the leaves and release their oils - do not shred.

  2. 2

    Fill the cup halfway with crushed ice. Pour the bourbon over the ice.

  3. 3

    Stir gently with a bar spoon to integrate and chill.

  4. 4

    Top with additional crushed ice, mounding it above the rim.

  5. 5

    Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, tapping it gently against your palm first to express its aroma. Serve immediately with a straw.

From the Bartender

Bruising the mint rather than muddling it aggressively is key - over-muddling releases bitter chlorophyll from the stems and dulls the clean herbal note that defines a great julep. Use a fine, powdery crushed ice for the best dilution and the signature frosted exterior on the cup.

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