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Classic Mint Julep
The classic Mint Julep is a cooling summertime favorite and a time-honored fixture of Kentucky culture. For enhanced flavor, use fresh mint leaves!
- Intermediate
- 3-5 minutes
- Spirit forward
ingredients and how to craft
WHAT YOU NEED
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2
Basil Hayden® Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- 0.5 Simple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves
How to craft
1. Add all mint and syrup to a julep tin cup or rocks glass
2. Gently muddle mint to express the oils
3. Add crushed ice.
4. Pour Basil Hayden over ice.
5. Stir thoroughly.
6. Garnish with a mint sprig.
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