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Blackberry Mint Julep

Blackberry Mint Julep a southern twist on the classic Kentucky Derby cocktail.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Blackberry Mint Simple Syrup, Mint Julep
Servings: 2 cocktails
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Four Roses Single Barrel Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey
  • 4 oz Blackberry Mint Simple Syrup
  • Crushed Ice
  • Fresh blackberries and mint sprigs for garnish

Blackberry Mint Simple Syrup

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • 4 small sprigs of mint

Instructions

  • Add crushed ice to glasses.
  • Mix bourbon and blackberry mint simple syrup together and pour over ice.
  • Garnish with fresh blackberries and mint.

For Blackberry Mint Simple Syrup

  • Add water, sugar, blackberries and mint to a small saucepan and place over medium-high heat. Use a potato masher or back of a wooden spoon to mash blackberries and muddle mint into sugar mixture.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer just until sugar has dissolved. Allow to cool slightly and place in the refrigerator to chill, at least 2 hours.
  • Strain through a fine mesh or cheesecloth and store in refrigerator until ready to mix cocktails.