Mint Julep

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Make Mint Julep with Bourbon Whiskey, 4 fresh Mint sprigs, 1 tsp Powdered Sugar. Follow the measured ingredients below, then use Recipe Lab to record and compare your own version.

Ingredients

Metric measures · IBA reference

60 ml Bourbon Whiskey
4 fresh Mint sprigs
1 tsp Powdered Sugar
2 tsp Water

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Preparation

Gently press mint with sugar and water in a metal julep cup. Add cracked ice and bourbon. Stir until the cup feels frosted.

Garnish

Finish with a mint sprig.

Before your next pour

IBA reference specification. Follow the listed measures; brands and ingredient batches can change the finished balance.

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IBA specification ↗ · Reviewed 4 October 2026