No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sherry Mint Julep
Measurements in:
Serves:
| 2 1/2 fl oz | Lustau Palo Cortado Península Sherry (chilled) |
| 1/3 fl oz | Giffard Menthe Pastille white crème de menthe |
| 4 drop | Bob's Peppermint Bitters (optional) |
How to make
Glass
Photographed in an Urban Bar Julep Cup 41cl
Prepare
- Select and pre-chill a JULEP TIN.
- Prepare garnish of mint sprigs.
Method
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- STRAIN into julep cup two-thirds filled with crushed ice.
- CHURN and top with more crushed ice to fill the cup.
Garnish
- Garnish with mint sprigs bouquet.
Flavour Profile
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Health & Nutrition
Alcohol content:
- 0.9 standard drinks
- 14.42% alc./vol. (28.83° proof)
- 13.2 grams of pure alcohol
History
Adapted from a recipe created by Steven Dragun, US ambassador for Lustau Sherry.
Review
Minty fresh with nutty, vinous and almost toasted buttery notes from the sherry. A palate cleansing aperitivo or digestivo.
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