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Run for the Roses Mint Julep
This month's mix is based on the famed $1,000 mint julep sold at the Kentucky Derby for charity. Enjoy a take on the classic mint julep with rose water and a candied rose garnish.
1.5 oz. Woodford Reserve bourbon 1½ teaspoons mint syrup (see recipe below) 3 dashes rose water Candied rose petals (see recipe below) Sprig of mint Crushed ice
Mixing Instructions:
In a mint julep cup, muddle 3 candied rose petals. Add mint syrup and stir gently. Fill glass with crushed ice. Top ice with Woodford Reserve bourbon and rose water. Garnish with an edible rose petal and sprig of mint.
Skill: Beginner Method: Stirring Glass: Highball Occasion: Spring, Summer, Happy Hour - See more at: http://www.nashvillelifestyles.com/restaurants/drink-of-the-month-aprils-classic-mojito#sthash.tpFd9s3j.dpuf
Skill: Beginner Method: Stirring Glass: Highball Occasion: Spring, Summer, Happy Hour - See more at: http://www.nashvillelifestyles.com/restaurants/drink-of-the-month-aprils-classic-mojito#sthash.tpFd9s3j.dpuf
Mint syrup:
1 cup water
1 cup Woodford Reserve Mint Julep sugar
In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil. Reduce heat and stir gently for 5 minutes, until sugar dissolves. Chill, covered, for 8 to 10 hours.
Candied rose petals:
Edible rose petals
1 egg white
1 teaspoon water
1 cup Woodford Reserve Bourbon smoked sugar
Mixing Instructions:
In a food processor, add smoked sugar and process until superfine. Set aside. In a small bowl, mix together water and egg white. Lay rose petals on a wire rack and use a brush to paint each one with egg wash. Use a sifter to sprinkle sugar over petals. Turn over petals and repeat. Do not shake off excess sugar. Let petals dry on rack for 24 hours. Store in air-tight container until ready to use.
Skill: Intermediate Method: Muddling, stirring Glass: Mint Julep Occasion: Spring, Summer, Derby party, Happy hour, Steeplechase
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