Mint Julep

Cocktails · Spirit-Forward · Iced · Difficulty: Beginner

IBA official recipe. Muddled, featuring bourbon whiskey, mint leaves, and granulated sugar, served in a julep cup.

Ingredients

• Bourbon whiskey 60 ml
• Mint Leaves As needed
• Granulated Sugar As needed
• Water As needed

Method

1. Place the ingredients to be muddled into the glass.
2. Press gently with a muddler to release flavor; do not crush leaves to avoid bitterness.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and ice.
4. Stir until the glass frosts.
5. Finish according to garnish requirements.

Glassware: Julep Cup; Ice: Ice cubes; Garnish: Mint sprig; About 30.8% ABV

No alcohol for minors.