Glass Julep cupBase WhiskeyMethod Stirred

Ingredients

2 1/4 ozBourbon whiskey
12 pieceMint leaves
1/4 ozSimple syrup (2:1)
2 dashAngostura bitters

Instructions

  1. Chill a julep cup.
  2. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass.
  3. Add ice and stir until well chilled (15–30 seconds).
  4. Strain over fresh ice into the prepared glass.
  5. Garnish with a mint sprig and icing sugar.

Garnish

  • Mint sprig
  • Icing sugar

Flavor profile

BitterSpiritForwardSweetHerbalRefreshingSophisticated

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IBA Contemporary Classics
IBA Contemporary Classics

Official International Bartenders Association (IBA) cocktail list: The Contemporary (Contemporary Classics).

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