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Mint Julep Recipe
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The time has arrived once again, when the Mint Julep has it’s day of popularity. Most know that the Mint Julep is the traditional beverage choice of the Kentucky Derby. And this year, in 2008, the Mint Julep is receiving even more publicity and hype.
Churchill Downs has now unveiled the world’s largest Mint Julep glass, standing at a 6 feet tall. The glass can hold 206 gallons worth of the cocktail, which traditionally is made up of bourbon, mint, sugar, and water. The fresh mint sprig is the garnish, which gives the drink it’s unique flavor and aroma.
There are endless variations of the Mint Julep, but I will only post a few recipes to give you a bit of an idea what this drink is all about. Below you will find the traditional Early Times Whiskey Mint Julep recipe. Don’t forget that the 2008 running of the Kentucky Derby is tomorrow, May 2, 2008. Please feel free to share your own Mint Julep recipes if you have some of your own. I’m welcome to both old and new variations.
Early Times Mint Julep
(from Early Times Whiskey)
Make the Syrup:
Simple Syrup with Mint Directions
1 Cup of Water
1 Cup of Sugar
1 Bunch Fresh Mint Sprigs
Combine the sugar and water. Boil for 5 minutes without stirring. Pour mix over a handful of mint leaves, then gently crush the mint with a spoon. Refrigerate overnight in a closed jar. Remove the mint leaves, but continue refrigeration.
Make the Drink:
Crush a few mint leaves in the bottom of an 8 ounce glass, fill with crushed ice. Then add one tablesppon of simple syrup you have made from the directions about along with one tablespoon of water. Then add 2 ounces of Early Times whiskey. Stir it gently until the glass becomes frosted. Garnish with fresh mint spring. Enjoy!