If you aren’t prepared to try a Julep this Derby weekend, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. The mint Julep isn’t for everyone, and that’s why we like to find multiple ways to fit every ones taste. Bourbon and Mint are pretty strong and definitely an acquired taste, so we can’t blame you for passing But how about we make a deal and meet half way in the middle? Try one of these tasty concoctions and see what works or doesn’t work for you.
Mint Julep Lemonade
- 2 oz. mint-infused Woodford Reserve®
- 2 oz. simple syrup
- 1 oz. fresh squeezed lemon juice
- Top with lemon-lime soda
Add the first three ingredients to a glass filled with finely crushed ice. Stir, add more crushed ice and top with lemon-lime soda. Garnish with a mint sprig and a lemon wedge.
Tropical Julep
- 2 oz. mint-infused Woodford Reserve®
- 1 oz. crème de banana
- 1 oz. pineapple juice
Add ingredients to a glass filled with finely crushed ice. Stir and add more crushed ice, as needed. Garnish with mint sprig and pineapple slice.
Ginger Julep
- 1 1/2 oz. Woodford Reserve®
- Juice of 1/2 fresh lime
- 1 medium piece of candied ginger
- 1/4 tsp. molasses
- 3 oz. bitter lemon soda
Muddle all ingredients except the soda in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Transfer to a rocks glass with ice. Fill with bitter lemon soda. Garnish with a lime twist.
Ginger Peach Julep
- 1 1/2 oz. Woodford Reserve®
- 1/2 oz. peach liqueur
- 1 bar spoonful ginger puree
- 10 Mint leaves
- Splash of filtered water
- Crushed ice
Muddle puree, syrup, and mint leaves lightly in a mixing glass. Add ice and bourbon and mix well with a bar spoon. Double strain over crushed ice in a Julep cup or old fashioned glass. Garnish with ginger and large mint sprig.
Watermelon Julep
- 1 1/4 oz. Woodford Reserve®
- 1/2 oz. simple syrup
- 5-6 mint leaves
- 5-6 squares of fresh watermelon
- Crushed ice
Muddle simple syrup and watermelon in a mixing glass. Add mint and press lightly to release oils. Add Woodford Reserve and mix well with cracked ice. Strain over crushed ice. Garnish with watermelon and smacked fresh mint.
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