I used to try to make special drinks at home and remember adding in lemon juice (from the bottle kind) into different drinks I would make. It also takes me back to my days of being a kid and mixing all the coke flavors together (yes, I am from the south….it’s all coke), also known as a ‘suicide’ which is probably not an appropriate term now. I love the idea of a Mocktail as I am don’t really partake in the alcoholic drinks (other than the occasional Whiteclaw). It seems like all the hot restaurants I have been to in the last year have had a substantial ‘Mocktail’ menu. People can add more water for a lighter drink.Can we all agree that Mocktails are having a moment. I set up a "make your own julep" bar with instructions and it works really well. I am a native Kentuckian who has a yearly derby party, and this is the recipe I use. It is much better if the simple syrup is made with fresh mint in it. Centre College grad which makes me smarter than most Kentuckians. Anyhow make this your Derby Party Drink!!! If Mitch was smarter than most Kentuckians he would not have to be telling us how smart he is. My guests thought this recipe was the hit of the party. In any case, the minted simple syrup is a great idea, and we still add fresh mint because we like the freshness of the drink. Perhaps should apply his "smarts" and read the recipe. Well done! It just goes to show even someone who's from Ohio but went to school in KY can achieve greatness :-) Delicious! Everyone loves it.īeen making this julep for the Kentucky Derby for the past three years,its a big hit! This year my husband declared it the best julep he's ever had.used Woodford Reserve.feel its worth it. Too sweet! The syrup really overpowers the bourbon-I don't think I'd ever waste my Knob Creek or Woodford Reserve on this-so it's quite alright to use plain old Jim Beam or Evan Williams.Įasy to make and easy to sip. It's quite refreshing on a hot summer day.
If you find it too sweet, like I do, just add some sparkling water. Whether you're rounding up a gang for a Kentucky Derby party, gathering friends for any weekend from Memorial Day through Labor Day, or trying to keep your one-and-only-self refreshed this summer, keep this recipe on hand.Įditor's note: This recipe was originally published in May 2006. To finish, place a sprig of mint in your palm and give it one quick slap to release its essential oils before tucking it into the side of the glass. A silver cup (or one made from stainless steel, pewter, or copper) is a nice touch, and ostensibly keeps the drink colder for longer, but a regular ol' old-fashioned glass (or the small side of your cocktail shaker) will do just fine. If you don't have an ice crusher, fill a sealable bag with ice cubes and bash away. Doing so imbues the classic bourbon cocktail with gads more flavor-it's also a great way to prep a big batch of the drink for a group and the mint syrup can be used to make other drinks, like a mojito or minty lemonade.Īs for the other essential ingredients in this classic cocktail recipe? While you'll often see this drink with Woodford Reserve, you can choose any Kentucky bourbon, such as Old Forester or Wild Turkey 101, or even go with another spirit, such as brandy or cognac. For this flavor-packed and easy mint julep recipe, you'll skip the muddling and instead make a fragrant, refreshing simple syrup perfumed with fresh mint leaves.
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