How To Make The Perfect Mint Julep ( It's Easier Than You Think)

Today, we're going back to the roots of Southern cocktail culture with the Mint Julep — a drink that’s become synonymous with the Kentucky Derby and American bourbon tradition. Made with fresh mint, bourbon, and a rich simple syrup, the Mint Julep is bold, bracing, and incredibly refreshing when served over crushed ice. 🔸 support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/boozeontherocks MERCH: https://booze-on-the-rocks.store 🛑 SUBSCRIBE HERE https://tinyurl.com/ycaj28uf Below are some of my favorite tools, books and glassware. Some of the links are affiliate links which may lead to a small commission paid to the channel. 🍹 FAVORITE BAR TOOLS 🍹 Mixing Glass https://amzn.to/3dKwGes Pint Glasses https://amzn.to/3aSgGHK Shaker Tin https://amzn.to/3HgU2VD Japanese Jigger: https://amzn.to/3qSkYSG Barspoons https://amzn.to/3uBMhmK Hawthorne Strainer https://amzn.to/3l101CY Julep Strainer https://amzn.to/3qyXO2T Fine Mesh Strainer https://amzn.to/3OcIzsI 🍸 GLASSWARE 🍸 Nick & Nora Glasses https://amzn.to/3HiGQjl Highball/Collins Glasses https://amzn.to/3NKKWDe Rocks Glasses https://amzn.to/3NFGMwh Hurricane Glasses https://amzn.to/3mFdOR8 Surfside Sips https://surfsidesips.com/?ref=orcftmqyytvw 📗 FAVORITE BOOKS📗 Spirited https://amzn.to/47XNdpu The New Craft of The Cocktail https://amzn.to/31yKdyo Bartender's Manifesto https://amzn.to/3RCvmvN Death & Co: Modern Classic Cocktails https://amzn.to/33J38L2 Savoy Cocktail Book https://amzn.to/3rKjNEl Liquid Intelligence https://amzn.to/3cF1E6RS Imbibe https://amzn.to/3cFpWNT The Bar Book https://amzn.to/39OCEs7 Gotham City Cocktails: https://amzn.to/3iLVOTW PURPLE RAIN 6-8 Mint Leaves 2 oz | 60 ml Bourbon .5 oz | 15 ml Simple Syrup (2:1) Method 1. Add all of the ingredients to a shaker tin. 2. Shake with crushed ice for 5 seconds. 3. Free pour into a glass. 4. Top with crushed ice. 5. Garnish with a mint sprig. 🔹Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/boozeontherocks 🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boozeontherocks 🔹Instagram https://www.instagram.com/booze_ontherocks/ 🔹Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/boozeontherocks/booze-on-the-rocks/ 🔹Twitter: https://twitter.com/RocksBooze 🔹Website: https://www.boozeontherocks.com Disclosure: We use affiliate links to sites where you can buy some of the products we use. If you choose to purchase from these sites, we may get a small commission from your purchase, but there is NO additional cost to you! Thank you for your support!