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Let’s shake up a colourful, spring time cocktail!
Have you ever tried a Mint Julep!?
This classic cocktail was inspired by the Kentucky Derby, where fresh mint is muddled with simple syrup and topped with bourbon and lots of crushed ice. Undeniably southern and deliciously refreshing!
My Blackberry Mint Julep is a fresh take on the classic recipe that is extra colourful and fruity! If you enjoy sipping on bourbon, then I really think you are going to like it 🙂
The Mint Julep is all about fresh, vibrant ingredients!
You really can’t go wrong with an ice cold Blackberry Mint Julep in hand!
Aromatic mint leaves, fresh blackberries and simple syrup all muddled together to create the perfect base for this delicious cocktail! Top it off with your favourite bourbon and a ton of crushed ice!
This Blackberry Mint Julep is easy to make and a total crowd pleaser! Light and refreshing from the fresh blackberries and mint, while packing a punch with a strong hit of bourbon!
Blackberry Mint Julep
Ingredients:
2 oz bourbon
1/2 oz simple syrup
8 fresh mint leaves
8 fresh blackberries
crushed ice
Method
In a cocktail shaker, add the simple syrup, mint leaves, blackberries and bourbon. Muddle all of the ingredients.
Add a few ice cubes into the cocktail shaker and shake until cold and frosty.
Strain the Blackberry Mint Julep mixture over a glass that is filled with crushed ice. Garnish with a mint sprig and a fresh blackberry.
Cheers and enjoy!!
Recipe Notes
Personally, I like to muddle the mint, blackberries and simple syrup along with the bourbon. I find this method really helps infuse the bourbon with the fresh flavours in this recipe. If you prefer to prepare this cocktail classically, then you can muddle the mint and blackberries into the simple syrup and add the bourbon at the end.
To make simple syrup at home, combine equal parts sugar and water and gently heat over the stove top until the sugar is fully dissolved. Cool for about 30 minutes and store in an air tight glass jar in the fridge.
I hope you enjoy sipping on this Blackberry Mint Julep this summer!
You may also want to try some of my other refreshing cocktail recipes:
Sip, sip and enjoy!! Oh and don’t forget to tag me on instagram if you make any of my recipes! I love seeing what you are shaking up at home 🙂
Your Girl,
A
