Mint Julep
The official drink of the Kentucky Derby and a two-century Southern classic. Bourbon's richness wrapped in cool mint, crushed ice piled like a snowdrift — sweet, chilled and utterly summery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a Mint Julep?
A Mint Julep is made by built method in 5 step(s). 1) Put the mint leaves and simple syrup in a rocks or julep glass and press gently 2-3 times with the back of a spoon to release the aroma; do not muddle. 2) Fill with crushed ice, ideally mounding a small hill above the rim. 3) Pour in the bourbon and stir up and down with a bar spoon for about 20 seconds until evenly chilled and the glass frosts. 4) Top up with crushed ice and tuck in a large bouquet of clapped mint. 5) Serve with a short straw: lean in to take in the mint aroma first, then sip slowly. Full recipe on MixMyth (mixmyth.com).
What ingredients are in a Mint Julep?
A Mint Julep needs 4 ingredient(s): Bourbon Whiskey 60ml, Fresh Mint Leaves 8-10 slices + 1 cluster for garnish, Simple Syrup 10 ml (or 1 sugar cube), Crushed Ice enough.
What does a Mint Julep taste like? How strong is it?
Flavor profile: Classic Balance, Herbal, Crisp. Strength: 18-28% ABV.
What glass is a Mint Julep served in?
A Mint Julep is typically served in a rocks glass, prepared by the built method.
Ingredients
- Bourbon Whiskey60ml
- Fresh Mint Leaves8-10 slices + 1 cluster for garnish
- Simple Syrup10 ml (or 1 sugar cube)
- Crushed Iceenough
Steps
- Put the mint leaves and simple syrup in a rocks or julep glass and press gently 2-3 times with the back of a spoon to release the aroma; do not muddle.
- Fill with crushed ice, ideally mounding a small hill above the rim.
- Pour in the bourbon and stir up and down with a bar spoon for about 20 seconds until evenly chilled and the glass frosts.
- Top up with crushed ice and tuck in a large bouquet of clapped mint.
- Serve with a short straw: lean in to take in the mint aroma first, then sip slowly.
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