![]() ![]() Add a couple big handfuls of ice cubes and the bourbon then stir with the wooden handle until very cold. Add lemon wedge, mint leaves, and simple syrup to the bottom of a cocktail shaker or a wide-mouth mason jar then use the handle of a wooden spoon to muddle the ingredients just enough - not too much or the mint will turn bitter.2oz (1/4 cup) bourbon (I like Maker's Mark or Bulleit).1/4 - 1/2oz simple syrup, depending on how sweet you want it (see notes).8 mint leaves + 1 big sprig for a slapped garnish.Whether you’re enjoying this easy cocktail recipe for the derby or any ol’ day of the year – enjoy, and CHEERS! Top with ginger ale (I love Fever Tree brand) then garnish with a big sprig of slapped mint, which is a fun party trick if you’re making this drink for guests. Pack a rocks glass with crushed ice then strain the drink inside. Old Forester is The Mint Julep Bourbon, so that’s another good option too! I’ve used both Maker’s Mark and Bulleit bourbons to make this drink. Mint Juleps are typically stirred, not shaken, so stir even if you’re using a shaker. Not too much or the mint can turn bitter.Īdd a couple handfuls of ice cubes to your shaker or jar then pour 2oz bourbon on top and use the handle to stir the drink until it’s very cold. ![]() Use the handle of a wooden spoon, or a muddler if you’ve got one, to muddle the ingredients just enough. Ok! For one cocktail, add 1 lemon wedge (pic shows 2 – use 1), 8 mint leaves, and 1/4 – 1/2oz simple syrup depending on how sweet you want it (I use a scant 1/2oz), to the bottom of a cocktail shaker or wide-mouth mason jar.
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