Ingredients: Served: On the rocks: poured over ice. Drinkware: Silver cup or highball glass. Method: In a highball glass gently muddle the mint, sugar and water. Fill the glass with cracked ice, add Bourbon and stir well until the glass is well frosted. Garnish with a mint sprig. 6 cL (2.0 US fl oz) bourbon whiskey, 4 mint leaves, 1 teaspoon powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons water

**Mint-Julep - Cocktail** Experience the refreshing taste of the American South with the classic **Mint Julep Cocktail**, a smooth and herbaceous **Bourbon** drink that's perfect for sipping on a warm day! This iconic **Cocktail** features rich **Bourbon whiskey** combined with fresh **mint leaves**, **Sweetened** sugar, and a splash of water, all muddled together before being built with ice. It's traditionally **Stirred** until the glass is frosty and **Served Over Ice** as a **Tall Drink** in a signature silver cup or a **Highball glass**. **Ingredients:** * 6 cL (2.0 US fl oz) bourbon whiskey * 4 mint leaves (plus more for garnish) * 1 teaspoon powdered sugar * 2 teaspoons water **Preparation:** 1. Take a silver cup or **Highball glass**. 2. Add the mint leaves, powdered sugar, and water to the bottom of the glass. 3. Gently **muddle** the ingredients. You want to bruise the mint to release its essential oils, but don't shred it. 4. Fill the glass completely with crushed ice. 5. Pour the **bourbon whiskey** into the glass over the ice. 6. **Stir well** with a bar spoon until the outside of the glass is well frosted. 7. Top with more crushed ice if needed, forming a dome. 8. **Garnish** generously with a fresh mint sprig (or a bouquet of sprigs!). 9. Serve **On the rocks**. **Notes and Tips:** * Using fresh, vibrant mint is key. Bruise it gently – just enough to release the aroma, not turn it into a paste. * Crushed ice is traditional and helps the glass frost quickly and provides ideal dilution. If you don't have crushed ice, you can crush ice cubes in a Lewis bag or blender. * Powdered sugar dissolves more easily, but a simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water) can also be used. Adjust sweetness to taste. * The silver cup is traditional as it frosts beautifully, but a heavy-bottomed **Highball glass** works perfectly well. * Garnish with a lush mint sprig right where you'll put your nose when sipping – the aroma is a big part of the experience. Clap the sprig between your hands before inserting it. **History or Origin:** The **Mint Julep Cocktail** originated in the southern United States, likely in the late 18th or early 19th century. It evolved from earlier "juleps" made with various spirits, but the version featuring **Bourbon whiskey** became its most famous iteration, particularly associated with Kentucky. It gained significant popularity and became the traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby in 1938. **Visual Description:** Served **On the rocks** in a signature frosted silver cup or a **Highball glass** piled high with crushed ice, the **Mint Julep** is a beautiful sight. The ice creates a frosty exterior on the metal cup, and the green mint leaves are visible throughout. A generous bouquet of fresh mint sprigs tops the drink, adding a vibrant splash of green and inviting aroma. **Conclusion:** For a taste of Southern charm and a wonderfully refreshing **Bourbon** drink, the **Mint Julep** is unparalleled. Its simple yet perfect blend of **Bourbon**, **Mint**, and **Sweetened** sugar, **Muddled** and **Stirred** over ice as a **Tall Drink**, is ideal for hot weather, race days, or any time you crave a classic, herbaceous sip. Mix one up and enjoy the frost!