The Black Dog Mint Julep Cocktail
A mint julep is one of those summer cocktails that is packed with crushed ice for slow melting, which allows flavours to infuse and improve and makes it ideal for slow-sipping. Using a handful of ingredients and easy techniques, this buildable concoction can be an interesting way to spruce up seasonal ingredients and even add infused scotch for depth of flavour and layered profiles. Best served ice cold, the cocktail classic is served in a rocks glass or a mint julep cup – its layering involves delicate extraction of natural oils from mint, which gives the concoction its signature herbal finish.
Ingredients
Serves1- Check off ingredients
- 30mL Black Dog Reserve (or any whisky of choice)
- 8nos mint leaves
- 15mL simple syrup
- 3drops citrus bitters
- 1for garnish mint sprig
- Crushed ice
Method
- Step 1
Gently muddle the mint leaves with simple syrup in a rocks glass before pouring in the scotch whisky.
- Step 2
Add the citrus bitters, followed by plenty of crushed ice – enough to pack the glass.
- Step 3
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint leaves for visual appeal before serving.
Tips & Suggestions
Preparation Tip 1
Slap the sprig of mint firmly on the back of your hand to release essential oils before placing it over the drink, for an aromatic finish.
Serving Tip 1
Steep a few mint leaves in the simple syrup for depth of herbal flavour in the cocktail.
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