Make the Prescription Julep for Kentucky Derby Day
Saturday is horse racing’s biggest day. Watch the Kentucky Derby in style by sipping on this variation of the mint julep. Electra Cocktail Club will be serving up five cocktails from Rosina’s secret julep menu, including the Prescription Julep made with cognac, perfect for race-day imbibing.
Ingredients
¼ ounce simple syrup
1½ ounces Michter’s rye
1 ounce Hennessy VSOP
Fresh mint
White sugar cube
Crushed ice
Garnish
Fresh mint
Powdered sugar
Directions
Press fresh mint against copper mug to release flavor and drop in a white sugar cube. Gently muddle sugar cube and mint. Mix other ingredients in tin and pour into copper mug. Top with crushed ice, mint and powdered sugar.
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