Grate some walnut over drink and add a mint sprig.
The Shaddock is definitely your drink.
I didn’t realize how short the actual derby is! We settled on the Prosecco Mint Julep made with Prosecco (or any Champagne/Sparkling Wine). And wow is this great; it’s a showpiece for … Strain contents over ice in an Old Fashion or rocks glass. More about this cocktail. Definitely right up my alley… champagne, St. Germain, delicious bourbon, and mint. Add ice and shake vigorously for about 8 to 10 seconds so the ingredients can infuse. I added St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, which has its own nice flavor profile, eliminating the need for sugar. See the range of different cocktails that can be made with St Germain elderflower liqueur. Delivered. The mint julep holds a special place in my heart. Top with more crushed ice to form an ice dome.
I think that I saved the best for last.
Cut a fig in half and make two nice slices about 1/4 inch thick from it and garnish cocktail. Add the Bourbon and pack tightly with crushed ice. First created in the southern United States during the 18th century Surprisingly delicious, actually; I can’t remember the last time I had a mint julep, though it’s one of those things that you can’t help but try at one point or another. GRAND MARNIER BAILEYS COINTREAU GODIVA RICARD CHAMBORD Celtic Honey Patrón Citrónge Pineapple St-Germain Agavero All Liqueur NEW & LIMITED New Releases Limited Editions LIQUEUR GIFTS Custom Engraved Gift Sets ... Woodford Reserve Mint Julep The traditional Derby Day cocktail, and a Southern ritual crafted from Woodford Reserve® Bourbon.
Her writing has appeared in the San Francisco Chronicle, San Francisco Magazine, Wine Enthusiast, and the websites of Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, Saveur, Maxim, Punch, Taste, and others. Add whiskey and chartreuse. Ah the Mint Julep cocktail, so simple yet so delicious. (I have found rye Shaddocks a bit too sweet, but I think my current rye [Bulleit] is just a sweet one because … The sparkling wine gives the cocktail a nice carbonation and smoothes out the bourbon kick. The Aperol is Campari-like but blends beautifully with the St. Germain for a sweet, tart, almost grapefruit-like citrus flavor. ReserveBar. Here is the recipe we chose:
In a Julep cup lightly muddle the Mint and Simple Syrup. Garnish. Yep, that’s right I’m wrapping up Mint Julep Month with a Sparkling Mint Julep. I really love any cocktail made with champagne and St.…
Add three mint leaves, Bourbon, and St. Germain. Fill the cup with crushed ice, so that the ice fills the cup, but doesn’t mound up above the cup. Yep, that’s right I’m wrapping up Mint Julep Month with a Sparkling Mint Julep. The Mint Julep is, of course, the iconic drink of the Kentucky Derby. I really love any cocktail made with champagne and St.…
Good Spirits. Definitely right up my alley… champagne, St. Germain, delicious bourbon, and mint. The Napoleon Julep reimagines an iconic cocktail in an entirely new light. I had never watched the Kentucky Derby until this year – a great choice, since American Pharoah went on to win the Triple Crown. Fill glass 3/4 full with crushed ice. Preparation: Press mint in a glass (julep cup preferred) with honey water. Mint sprig.
Top off glass with more crushed ice to form an “ice dome.” Pour crème de péche evenly over the dome.