Mint Julep

Method

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1. Put the mint leaves, sugar and water in a julep cup or tumbler and press gently with a spoon or muddler, just to bruise the leaves and dissolve the sugar. Do not shred them.

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2. Add the bourbon and fill the cup with crushed ice.

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3. Stir with a long spoon until the outside of the cup frosts, then top up with more ice to make a dome.

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4. Slap the mint sprig against your hand to release its aroma, set it in the ice and serve with a short straw placed close to it.

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Chef’s Tips

• Press the mint gently. Shredded leaves make the drink bitter and grassy.
• Use crushed ice, made by wrapping ice cubes in a tea towel and hitting them with a rolling pin.
• Hold the cup by the rim or base so your hand does not warm the frost.

Pairing Suggestions

• Southern fried chicken
• Pimento cheese
• Country ham biscuits

Storage & Reheating

Make to order. It does not keep.

Common questions

Nutritional Highlights

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.