Maple Mint Julep

  • Recipe by: Laura Sorkin
  • Prep time: 5 minutes
  • Servings: 1 drink

Like Mardi Gras and Burning Man, the Kentucky Derby is one of America’s great parties  All three include outrageous hats but the Derby has the best drink associated with it; the Mint Julep. The Julep consists of bourbon, simple syrup, and mint, all served over crushed ice. What a perfect opportunity to substitute maple for the simple syrup and what a delicious result. Our Sugarmaker’s Cut is a better companion to the bourbon than plain simple syrup in that it gives greater complexity without tasting too maple-y, and you can skip the step of boiling white sugar.  The mint will ensure it remains a refreshing drink. Where’s my wide brim with the ostrich feather and silver tulle?

Runamok Maple - Recipe Maple Mint Julep

Ingredients

  • 6 mint leaves
  • ¼ – 1/2oz Sugarmaker’s Cut pure maple
  • 2oz bourbon
  • Crushed ice
  • Cut strawberry garnish
  • Mint sprig garnish

Instructions

  1. Put the mint, maple syrup and bourbon in a cocktail shaker and muddle the mint with the back of a spoon for a minute.
  2. Strain into a short glass with crushed ice and stir. 
  3. 3Serve with a sliced strawberry and mint garnish.

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