Friday, April 29, 2011

One Way To Make a Mint Julep

The following recipe was provided by the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels


"OK, for those holding Derby parties, here's a recipe.  There are several but this is our favorite:  Take two frosted silver goblets.  In the first fill with ice and add a teaspoon of sugar and a splash of water.  Then, gently crush a couple mint leaves and place in the ice.  In the second goblet pour about 3 fingers of a quality Kentucky Bourbon.  Now, pour out the mess in the first goblet and drink from the second.  By the way, Churchill Downs uses a bottled mix for the juleps served there on Derby Day.  You may be able to find the mix in your local beverage store."



2 comments:

  1. Indeed! Many people dislike the taste of Mint Juleps. If we're talking about just a couple with no particular food accompaniment, I enjoy Mint Juleps. You definitely don't want to take premium bourbon and mess it up with sugar and mint. I believe the Mint Juleps at Churchill Downs are made with a premixed liqueur of Early Times bourbon, simple syrup, and mint.

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