Limoncello Mint Julep Cocktail
A bright, herbal julep—bourbon and limoncello with a burst of fresh mint and lemon, served icy-cold and refreshing for spring or summer sipping.
Equipment
- Julep cup or rocks glass
- Muddler
- Bar spoon
- Jigger
- Ice scoop
- Citrus peeler
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz limoncello
- 8 leaves fresh mint
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- Crushed ice enough to fill glass
- Lemon peel for garnish
- Mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle mint leaves with simple syrup in the bottom of your glass.
- Add bourbon and limoncello, then fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Stir well until the glass frosts.
- Garnish with more mint and a lemon peel.
Notes
Use superfine sugar instead of syrup for a classic touch. Try with a splash of club soda for a lighter julep. Chill your glass for best results.