An easy mint julep recipe for your Kentucky Derby party
An easy mint julep recipe for your Kentucky Derby party
It's almost Kentucky Derby time!
You know what that means: lots of colorful hats and fashions, celebrities who will enjoy the race ... and, oh yeah, the horses who will compete at Churchill Downs.
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It also means it's time to talk Mint Juleps, the classic bourbon cocktail that people love to drink at Churchill Downs and beyond.
If you're not experienced at making cocktails, it's OK! I've made something like this recipe every year with much success, which is basically just like the usual version (and when I say basically, I mean that I ignore the measurements, eyeball it and taste along the way):
1. Take a tall glass, mix some sugar with a little water at the bottom (if you want to get REAL fancy, here's a good recipe for a simple syrup).
2. Muddle some mint at the bottom of your glass.
3. Throw in some ice.
4. Pour in your favorite bourbon.
5. Add some mint for garnish
6. Stir the whole thing together.
That's it! Cheers!
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