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Mint Julep

Bon Appétit·Shilpa Uskokovic·2 months ago
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The mint julep is simple, refreshing, and perfect for bourbon cocktail lovers . Fresh mint and crushed ice combine with the spirit in a drink that radiates spring. This version tweaks the formula with an optional strip of lemon zest; muddled with the mint, it adds a bright balance to the often quite cloying cocktail. Though the mint julep is strongly associated with the Kentucky Derby—it’s been the event’s official drink since the 1930s—its roots go back further. According to  The Athletic , Black bartenders in 1820s Virginia (including Jasper Crouch, Jim Cook, and John Dabney) were renowned for their juleps using gin, brandy, or even Champagne. Today, bourbon is the dominant choice. This mint julep recipe nods to that tradition while adding a subtle citrus lift. Mint Julep FAQ What bourbon is best for a mint julep? Any good Kentucky bourbon works beautifully: Maker’s Mark, Bulleit, or Woodford Reserve.…

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