The Perfect Mint Julep

The Perfect Mint Julep

This recipe creates the quintessential Southern cocktail, a bracingly cold and aromatic blend of bourbon, mint, and sugar served over finely crushed ice. It focuses on technique to extract the mint's bright flavor without bitterness, resulting in a perfectly balanced drink meant for slow sipping. The ritual of preparation is as important as the refreshing final result.

Source: therecipesmom

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Ingredients

  • granulated white sugar
  • filtered water
  • Large handful of fresh mint sprigs
  • high-quality bourbon
  • Finely crushed ice, as needed

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