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Mint Julep (Mexican Style)
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Mint Julep (Mexican Style)
Serve in an Old-fashioned glass
| 1 fresh | Lemon peel |
| 8 fresh | Mint leaves |
| 1 oz | Rémy Martin V.S.O.P. cognac |
| 1 oz | Cockburn's Tawny Eyes Port |
| 1⁄4 oz | Luxardo Maraschino liqueur |
Garnish: Luxardo Maraschino Cherry
How to make:
PLACE lemon zest and mint in shaker. Add other ingredients, SHAKE with ice and fine strain into ice-filled glass.
Allergens:
Recipe contains the following allergens:
- Tawny port - Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites
Review:
Mint, cognac, port, lemon and maraschino - all subtly contribute to this Cuban take on Mexico.
History:
Recipe adapted from a 1937 Bar Florida (later renamed Floridita) menu, Havana, Cuba.
The contentious history of the Julep, along with its variants can be found on our page.
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