Mint Julep

Mint Julep

from liquor.com
1 servings

The Mint Julep is the signature drink of the Kentucky Derby. But this easy-to-make bourbon cocktail shouldn’t be reserved for only one day a year.

Ingredients

  • 8 mint leaves
  • 1/4 ounce simple syrup
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • Garnish: mint sprig
  • Garnish: Angostura bitters (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    In a Julep cup or rocks glass, lightly muddle the mint leaves in the simple syrup.

  2. 2

    Add the bourbon then pack the glass tightly with crushed ice.

  3. 3

    Stir until the cup is frosted on the outside.

  4. 4

    Top with more crushed ice to form an ice dome, and garnish with a mint sprig and a few drops of bitters (optional).