Ingredients
- 75 ml Bourbon e.g. Maker's Mark, Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve
- 15 ml Sugar syrup
- 8 leaves Mint leaves
- Garnish Mint bouquet
Preparation
- Gently muddle mint with syrup in a julep cup.
- Add bourbon and pack with crushed ice.
- Stir until frosted.
Origin Story
The Mint Julep originated in the Southern United States, with its first known recipes dating back to the 18th century. It became particularly popular as a refreshing drink during the hot summer months, especially in Kentucky.
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Seen in
- The Great Gatsby 2013
Tom Buchanan serves Mint Juleps on a sweltering summer afternoon, a pivotal scene.
- The Great Gatsby 1974
Robert Redford's Gatsby features the same iconic Mint Julep scene from the novel.
- Tombstone 1993
Doc Holliday orders a Mint Julep, staying true to his Southern roots.
- Secretariat 2010
Mint Juleps are served trackside at the Kentucky Derby scenes.