The mint julep has been around for hundreds of years and I know why! This cocktail is delightful with fresh mint and crushed ice, making it a must during the hot summer months.
The mint julep was originally prescribed and appears in literature in early 1784
“sickness at the stomach, with frequent retching, and, at times, a difficulty of swallowing. I then prescribed her an emetic, some opening powders, and a mint julep.”
Many know the mint julep as being connected to the famous Kentucky Derby that happens every spring in the south. It has been promoted by Churchill Downs in association with the Kentucky Derby since 1938. Each year almost 120,000 juleps are served at Churchill Downs over the two-day period of the Kentucky Oaks and the Kentucky Derby.
Apple Mint Julep - CaliZona
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 oz. Kentucky Bourbon or your favorite
- 6 Mint Leaves
- 2 oz. Apple Cider
- 1/2 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 oz. Simple Syrup
- Apple Slice for look or garnish
Simple Syrup - 4 Cocktails
- 1/2 Cup Organic Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 Cup Hot water
Instructions
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Profile: Classic Original/Strong and Sweet
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Glass: Glass Mug or Collins
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Garnish: Apple and Fresh Mint
Simple Syrup
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Add sugar and hot water together, stir until dissolved.
Cocktail
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Mix the bourbon, lemon juice, apple juice and simple syrup in a separate pint glass.
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Using your julep mug or cocktail glass and add fresh mint to your glass.
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Lightly muddle a couple of times, add crushed ice then top with bourbon juice and mix.
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Garnish with a few mint sprigs and Enjoy!
