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By Inés Alcubierre, the Cellar desk6h agoRussia2 min read
The refreshing taste and aroma of mint: let's prepare a famous cocktail for the perfect evening

The refreshing taste and aroma of mint: let's prepare a famous cocktail for the perfect evening

A julep is an ancient drink traditionally made with alcohol, sugar, and aromatic herbs.

Preparing the mint. Divide the mint leaves among the glasses and gently crush them. Important: do not crush the leaves to preserve the pure mint flavor and avoid excessive bitterness.

Mixing the base: Pour the bourbon into glasses and add the powdered sugar. Stir thoroughly until the powdered sugar is completely dissolved.

Chilling: Fill glasses to the top with crushed ice and serve immediately.

To achieve the correct result, pay attention to two points:

Glassware temperature: It's recommended to chill glasses beforehand. This will slow down the melting of the ice and keep the drink at the ideal temperature for longer.

Quality of raw materials: Use mint varieties with a distinct aroma, as it is the main flavor component of the cocktail.

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