Fresh Basil Julep

Name: Fresh Basil Julep
Ingredients: 3 fresh basil leaves; Crushed ice; 2 tablespoons (1 oz.) bourbon; 1 (4-inch) cocktail straw; 1 fresh basil sprig; Powdered sugar (optional)

6 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

3 fresh basil leaves
Crushed ice
2 tablespoons (1 oz.) bourbon
1 (4-inch) cocktail straw
1 fresh basil sprig
Powdered sugar (optional)

Directions

1

Place basil leaves and Basil Simple Syrup in a julep cup or an 8- to 10-oz. glass. Gently press leaves against sides of cup with back of a spoon to release flavor. Pack cup tightly with crushed ice; pour bourbon over ice. Insert straw, and place basil sprig directly next to straw. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.
2

Note: For testing purposes only, we used Woodford Reserve Distiller's Select Bourbon.
3

Fresh Mint Julep: Prepare recipe as directed, substituting mint leaves for basil leaves, Mint Simple Syrup for Basil Simple Syrup, and 1 small fresh mint sprig for basil sprig.