Mint Julep

HOW TO MAKE
Ingredients
2 ounces bourbon
1/2 ounce simple syrup
8-10 mint leaves

Directions
Lightly muddle mint with sugar in a chilled julep mug. Add bourbon, then pack tightly with crushed ice, forming a dome. Garnish with a mint sprig.


VARIATIONS/SUBSTITUTES
Ginger Julep
Add 1/2 ounce ginger liqueur

Whiskey Smash
Muddle lemon wedges with mint and sugar. Shake and strain over crushed ice.

Champagne Julep
Top with champagne

CATEGORIES:

  • color: Brown
  • base_spirit: Bourbon
  • mixer: Mint Sugar
  • season: Spring Summer