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Georgia Mint Julep
Submitted on: June 27, 2024
Hello friends! You may think this is an incorrect recipe, using cognac instead of bourbon. However, this version is far older, and dates to the 19th Century when brandy was all the rage. It also originally called for equal parts aged peach brandy and cognac, but this recipe has halved the amount of peach brandy because modern peach brandies are far too sweet. I found this drink to be quite sweet even with the amount of peach halved, but it was good nonetheless, and I used my entire package of mi...
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Muddler
Instructions
Garnish
Build
Glass
Estimated strength
Mint
Build In Glass
Julep Cup
About 30% ABV (estimate)
By Patrick Muldowney
Home Cocktail Enthusiast
Amateur home mixologist working through vintage and contemporary cocktail books, one drink at a time
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View MoreGently press several fresh mint leaves with sugar and a dash of water in a julep cup. Add the cognac, peach whiskey, and crushed ice to fill. Stir! Stir! Stir! Insert several fresher mint leaves between the cup and the mixture, sticking out and pointing heavenward.
Editor's Note
A 19th-century brandy-forward take on the classic Julep. The cognac provides a rich, structured base that pairs beautifully with the stone-fruit notes of the peach whiskey.
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