The Georgia Mint Julep is a brandy-based cocktail combining peach liqueur, fresh mint, and powdered sugar for a balanced, aromatic drink. Its dual-brandy base and muddled mint create depth and botanical complexity.
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Put mint into collins glass with ice.
Add sugar and splash of water.
Muddle, then add brandy and peach liqueur.
Decorate with mint leaves.
Mint Juleps are best served fresh and do not store well; prepare individual drinks to order.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · bar spoon or muddler · jigger for measuring
Use a quality brandy for the base spirit—cognac or VS brandy work well. The peach-flavored brandy adds sweetness and flavor, so balance it with a drier primary brandy.
Gently muddle the mint with powdered sugar and water to release oils and sweetness, but avoid over-muddling, which bruises leaves and makes them bitter.
Prepare the mint syrup (sugar + water + mint) in advance, but mix the full drink fresh to preserve carbonation and mint aroma.
A traditional Mint Julep uses bourbon and is associated with Kentucky. The Georgia version substitutes brandy and peach brandy, creating a lighter, fruit-forward profile.
