Juleps And Smashes

Question 1

Mint Julep?

Answer 1

Ingredients:
2 oz. Bourbon
10-12 Mint Leaves
1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
Preparation: Add syrup and mint leaves to the base of the glass and muddle. Add crushed ice and 1 oz. of the bourbon the glass and mix with a bar spoon. Add more crushed ice and the rest of the bourbon to the glass, mixing again. Cap with crushed ice and garnish with two mint sprigs. Arrange the straws next to the mint sprigs.

Presentation: Silver or Pewter Julep Mug, Mint

Bartender Comments: 2 oz. may seem a bit scant at first glance, but there is a lot of crushed ice to provide dilution. That being said, I recommend a bourbon with a higher proof (100 proof or higher) works best. The cocktail’s name is supposedly derived from the Arabic julab, or “rose water.” When adding the mint sprigs for garnish, “wake” them by whacking them against your hand.