Georgia Mint Julep
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 12.00 fresh Mint leaves
- 0.17 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
Directions
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Lightly muddle mint in base of shaker to bruise
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Add other ingredients to shaker
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Shake with ice
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Fill chilled Collins glass halfway with crushed ice
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Strain mixture into glass
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Churn drink using bar spoon
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Top up glass with more crushed ice and churn again
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Continue adding crushed ice and churning until drink meets rim of glass
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Garnish with mint sprig
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Serve with two long straws
Cocktail Description
Nothing says lazy summer afternoons quite like muddled mint and ripe peach mingling with smooth bourbon in a frosty glass.
The Peach Patch Bourbon Smash brings together Savage & Cooke's cask-finished bourbon with Rothman & Winter's orchard peach liqueur, creating a drink that tastes like biting into a sun-warmed peach while sitting on a Kentucky porch. Fresh mint gets gently bruised to release its oils without turning bitter, then everything gets shaken and poured over crushed ice that you'll churn repeatedly until the glass practically frosts over. A few dashes of Angostura bitters add depth and spice that keeps this from being too sweet, while the sugar cane syrup rounds out the edges without overshadowing the fruit.
This makes a perfect sipper for backyard barbecues, late afternoon gatherings, or anytime you want something refreshing that still packs a bourbon punch. The technique requires a bit of attention with all that churning, but it's not complicated—just takes an extra minute or two to build that perfect icy texture. Pair this with grilled pork chops, smoked ribs, or even a simple cheese and charcuterie board, as the peach and mint complement fatty, savory foods beautifully.
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