A Mint Julep is a chilled bourbon cocktail with muddled fresh mint, powdered sugar, water, and Kentucky bourbon served over ice. Its signature cooling mint aromatics and balanced sweetness make it ideal for warm afternoons.
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Into a silver mug or collins glass muddle mint, powdered sugar, and water.
Fill glass or mug with ice and bourbon, and stir until glass is frosted.
Decorate with slices of orange, lemon, pineapple, and a cherry.
Insert five or six sprigs of mint on top.
Serve with straws.
Mint Juleps are best served immediately after assembly; prepare ingredients ahead but mix and serve fresh to avoid dilution.
cocktail glass or julep cup · muddler · bar spoon
Kentucky bourbon is traditional; Kentucky Tavern, Maker's Mark, or Buffalo Trace are common choices. Use quality bourbon you'd drink neat.
Gently press 4 mint sprigs against the glass to release oils without shredding leaves; over-muddling bruises mint and makes it bitter.
Prepare the mint-sugar-water base 1-2 hours ahead, refrigerate, then add bourbon and ice when serving to prevent dilution.
Simple syrup (1 tsp) works in place of powdered sugar plus water; adjust water accordingly to avoid over-sweetening.
Yes; dried mint lacks the aromatics that define the drink. Fresh spearmint or peppermint both work well.
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