Mint Julep
Whiskey · Julep cup
The quintessential Southern cocktail, documented by Jerry Thomas in 1862. Captain Marryat's recipe from the same era emphasizes the importance of fresh mint and crushed ice.
| Glass | Julep cup |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 32% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | refreshing, herbal, sweet |
Ingredients
- Bourbon Whiskey2.5 oz
- Fresh Mint Leaves8-10 leaves
- Sugar1 tsp
- Watersplash
- Crushed Iceas needed
Method
- In silver julep cup, gently muddle 8-10 fresh mint leaves with 1 teaspoon sugar
- Add a splash of water to dissolve sugar
- Fill cup with crushed ice
- Add 2.5 oz bourbon whiskey
- Stir gently to combine
- Top with more crushed ice
- Garnish with fresh mint sprig
- Serve with short straw
Pro Tips
- Kentucky Derby tradition — bourbon, mint, sugar, crushed ice in a silver julep cup.
- Gently muddle mint (don't pulverize) with sugar and a splash of water FIRST.
- Pack the crushed ice tight; pour the bourbon over so it filters through.