Apple Julep
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The Kentucky Derby is a special day in the Bluegrass State. So Lexington’s Bluegrass Distillers put a special spin on the mint julep recipe. Crisp apple meets robust bourbon in the Apple Julep. Bluegrass Distillers’ Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Apple Cider Barrels pairs with Dashfire’s Spice Apple Bitters in this Derby Day favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Hard Cider Barrels
- 1 oz. Swoon Simple Syrup
- 2 dashes Spiced Apple Bitters
- Apple Slices, for muddling
- Fresh Mint Leaves, for muddling and garnish
Directions
- Add a few apple slices and sprigs of mint to a cocktail shaker
- Muddle lightly
- Pour in bourbon, bitters, and simple syrup, along with a few ice cubes
- Shake vigorously for 10 seconds
- Fill a julep cup with crushed ice and strain contents of shaker over fresh crushed ice
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and an apple slice
- Cheers!
