Kentucky Maid
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Kentucky Maid
Serve in an Old-fashioned glass
| 4 slice | Cucumber (fresh) |
| 6 fresh | Mint leaves |
| 2 oz | Bourbon whiskey |
| 1 oz | Lime juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 2⁄3 oz | Monin Pure Cane Syrup (65.0°brix, equivalent to 2:1 rich syrup) |
Garnish: Cucumber slice
How to make:
MUDDLE cucumber in base of shaker. Add other ingredients, SHAKE with ice and fine strain into ice-filled glass.
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
Julep-like flavours with cucumber and mint freshness.
History:
Adapted from a recipe created in 2005 by Sam Ross at Milk & Honey in New York City, USA.
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