Get out your floral attire and patterned fits, as a result of the Kentucky Derby is upon us! As we have a good time the fanfare and pastiche of Churchill Downs, we’d be remiss to not tip our feathered caps to the enduring cocktail often known as the Mint Julep. Lengthy heralded because the official drink for the primary Saturday of Might, we solely felt it was acceptable to incorporate a recipe to wow your mates at this yr’s Derby occasion.
Components
- Mint leaves (about 8)
- Easy Syrup (¼ oz)
- Bourbon (2 oz)
- Angostura Bitters (A couple of dashes)
- Mint Sprig
Directions
- Muddle mint leaves with easy syrup in a Julep cup (or a whiskey glass).
- Pour in your bourbon and fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Combine and stir till the glass is frosted.
- Kind a dome by including extra crushed ice, and garnish with just a few dashes of bitters and a mint sprig.
