Mint Julep
The Mint Julep is a very strong whiskey spirit-forward cocktail, herbal and sweet on the palate. Built and served in a rocks glass.
- 2 min
- Rocks glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Sweet
- 72 out of 100
- Herbal
- 77 out of 100
- Smoky
- 50 out of 100
- Boozy
- 100 out of 100
How to make a Mint Julep
To make a Mint Julep, build over ice in a rocks glass: 4 fresh mint, 2½ oz bourbon and ¼ oz simple syrup.
You'll need
- Mint4 fresh
- Bourbon2½ oz
- Simple syrupor 1 tsp sugar + a splash of water¼ oz
Pairs well with: Simple syrup · All syrups
Instructions
- 1
Add mint leaves and simple syrup to a rocks glass and press gently with a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon to release the oils and juice.
- 2
Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- 3
Pour in bourbon.
- 4
Stir briefly to mix.
Why build it in the glass? Mint leaves, bourbon and simple syrup only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
No simple syrup? Muddle 1 tsp sugar in with the mint leaves instead.
Mint Julep questions
What does a Mint Julep taste like?
Mostly herbal and sweet, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 31% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a Mint Julep?
About 31% ABV after mixing with ice, close to a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a Mint Julep and a Raspberry Julep?
Both use mint and bourbon. The Mint Julep adds simple syrup, while the Raspberry Julep uses raspberry syrup. The Mint Julep is the stronger of the two.
What glass do you serve a Mint Julep in?
A rocks or highball glass.