Mint Julep Recipe
Woodford Reserve bourbon, fresh mint, simple syrup
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare Mint
Take 10 fresh mint leaves and place them in the bottom of a sturdy glass or a traditional julep cup.
- 2
Add Simple Syrup
Pour 1 oz of simple syrup over the mint leaves in the glass.
- 3
Muddle Ingredients
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently press down on the mint leaves to release their oils and aroma. Be careful not to tear the leaves too much.
- 4
Add Bourbon
Pour 2 oz of Woodford Reserve bourbon into the glass over the muddled mint and syrup.
- 5
Add Ice
Fill the glass with crushed ice to the brim, packing it down gently.
- 6
Mix and Garnish
Stir the mixture gently to combine the ingredients. Garnish with a sprig of mint on top.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your refreshing Mint Julep!
