And they’re off! If you are hearing those words, you are definitely sipping a Mint Julep, the drink of choice at the Kentucky Derby. A classic Bourbon Cocktail and so easy with its combination of mint, sugar and Woodford Reserve Bourbon. Just make sure you have the signature silver Julep cup and loads of crushed ice.
You’ll need the following equipment:
- Jigger
- Bar Spoon
- Julep Cup
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Woodford Reserve Mint Julep
Immerse yourself in Southern charm with the Woodford Reserve Mint Julep. This classic cocktail blends the smooth richness of Woodford Reserve Bourbon with fresh mint and sugar—a refreshing Kentucky tradition.
Equipment
- Woodford Reserve Bourbon
Ingredients
- 60 ml Woodford Reserve Bourbon
- 10 ml Sugar Syrup
- 6-8 Mint Leaves
- Sprig of Mint
Instructions
- Add the bourbon, simple syrup and mint leaves to your julep cup
- Stir gently so as not to crush the mint leaves, but to finesse them
- Fill the glass with crushed ice and stir again to chill
- Add more ice, so it’s full and serve
- Garnish with a mint sprig
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 255IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg
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