Mint Julep

1
mint bouquet
mint leaf
2
 oz
Buffalo Trace bourbon
Bourbon
¼
 oz
Simple syrup

Garnish

mint bouquet

Glassware

Julep tin

Instructions

Rub the interior of a Julep tin with the mint bouquet, then set the mint aside. Add the bourbon and syrup and fill the tin halfway with crushed ice. Holding the tin by the rim, stir, churning the ice as you go, for about 10 seconds, Add more crushed ice to fill the tin about two-thirds full and stir until the tin is completely frosted. Add more ice to form a cone above the rim. Garnish with the mint bouquet and serve with a straw.

Reference

Codex 31

Properties

Type: Old Fashioned: Spirit, Sweetener, Bitters