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Meriwether Mint Julep

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Meriwether Mint Julep

A Southern classic with crushed ice, fresh mint, and a bold Tennessee bourbon finish from Meriwether.
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Prep Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Cocktail
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 oz / 45 ml Meriwether Bourbon
  • 0.5 oz / 15 ml Simple syrup
  • 8 to 10 Fresh mint leaves
  • Full glass Crushed ice
  • 1 Mint bouquet for garnish

Equipment

  • Bar Tools: Julep cup
  • Jigger, bar spoon, Lewis bag or crushed ice machine, straw.

Method
 

  1. Add mint leaves and simple syrup to a julep cup or rocks glass.
  2. Gently press the mint with a bar spoon to release aroma. Do not shred the leaves.
  3. Add Meriwether Bourbon.
  4. Fill the glass halfway with crushed ice.
  5. Stir until the glass begins to frost.
  6. Top with more crushed ice.
  7. Garnish with a full mint bouquet and serve with a straw.

Notes

Pro Top: This is a strong warm-weather Meriwether cocktail. Keep the mint fresh and aromatic. Bruised mint can make the drink taste bitter.

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