The mint julep is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby, but the classic combo of bourbon, mint, and a little sugar served over crushed ice is refreshing enough to enjoy all summer long. Serving it in a silver julep cup is traditional, and quite fetching. Bonus: Check out the best Kentucky bourbons to use if you want to keep it on-theme.
This recipe was featured as part of our Kentucky Derby Day menu.
- Yield: 1 drink
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total: Under 5 mins
- Active: Under 5 mins
Ingredients (4)
- Fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon simple syrup or superfine sugar
- 2 ounces bourbon
- Crushed ice
Instructions
- Muddle 12 to 20 mint leaves with simple syrup or sugar in a silver julep cup, then pour in bourbon.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice, and garnish with more mint leaves.
