Spicy Thai Mint Julep
A spicy adaptation of the traditional mint julep
Season
Spring
,
Summer
drink
Cocktails
cocktail
Whisk(e)y
dietary restriction
Dairy-Free
,
Gluten-Free
,
Vegan
,
Vegetarian
Difficulty Level
Simple
Servings
1
cocktail
Servings
1
cocktail
Ingredients
2
oz
bourbon
1/2
oz
rich simple syrup
2:1 sugar to water
1-3
thin slices
Thai chili pepper
to taste
3
sprigs
mint
1
sprig
Thai basil
mint and thai basil
for garnish
Instructions
Add mint, Thai basil, chili pepper, and simple syrup to the bottom of a julep cup, and muddle lightly.
Add bourbon, fill cup halfway with crushed ice and stir to chill. Top with more crushed ice, garnish with mint, Thai basil, and serve with a straw.