![]() How to make a mint julepĪctually, two mint juleps. You can get an awesome cocktail shaker kit with almost everything you need, which also makes a great gift for the cocktail lover in your life. (Don’t have them? Serve in a mason jar or other tumbler glass.) (Don’t have one? Squeeze the lemon into the palm of your hand to catch the seeds and let the juice fall through your fingers.) I like the glass ones that have a space to separate the seeds. I use this for every recipe that requires fresh lemon and lime juice. (Don’t have one? Use a small mesh sieve.) Your cocktail shaker might come with one on the cap (like the photo below shows), but if it doesn’t, you can hold a strainer on top of the cocktail shaker to strain the beverage into a glass. ![]() This helps you crush up the mint leaves with all the sugar, negating the need for simple syrup. (Don’t have one? Two tablespoons is 1 ounce, and 1/4 cup is 2 ounces). This will help you easily measure 1 or 2 ounces in the right amount for your cocktail recipe. (Don’t have one? Use a mason jar with a lid). And since it’s made of metal, it will keep everything nice and cold. It makes easy work out of shaking up your favorite beverage, with a cover that fits snugly on top. While having cocktail specific equipment isn’t 100% necessary to make a mint julep, it makes the process easier and creates a better cocktail. So whether you’re watching the Kentucky Derby, need to celebrate a big milestone in your own life, or just want to enjoy a special evening with someone you love, give this easy mint julep recipe a try! Or as we’re calling them, “Million View Mint Juleps.” This is his recipe for mint juleps, adapted from our favorite cocktail book, Shake. I may be sharing this recipe here, but my husband, Zach, is the cocktail maker in our house (he’s also a retro video game aficionado). When someone else makes you that favorite cocktail! It means the world to me.Īnd what better way to celebrate than with my favorite cocktail? Oh I know a better way. THANK YOU to every single one of you who have visited my blog, made a recipe, subscribed to my email list, shared with your friends, commented or rated a recipe, or shared one on social media. It got over 1 million page views in a 30 day period for the first time ever! Bowl of Delicious, this 6.5 year old website and labor of love where I’ve poured my heart into each recipe – to share with millions of people per month – yes, MILLIONS – finally did it. These mint juleps were the best way to celebrate a big milestone a few days ago. You don’t even need to make simple syrup! Smooth and sweet, with the aroma of mint in every sip and a little fresh lemon juice added to round out the whole thing… it’s the best whiskey cocktail of your life that’s SO easy to make from home with four ingredients in only 5 minutes. If you’re looking for the BEST Mint Julep cocktail recipe, look no further my friends.
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