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Cynar Julep
A captivating and herbaceous spin on the classic Mint Julep, where the vegetal bitterness of Cynar amaro intertwines beautifully with bourbon and fresh mint.
Shared by Brett
Ingredients
- 2 oz Bourbon
- ¾ oz custom-cynar
- ½ oz Simple Syrup
- 8 sprigs Fresh Mint
Instructions
- In a Julep cup or rocks glass, gently muddle the mint leaves with the simple syrup to release their aromatic oils.
- Add the bourbon and Cynar to the glass.
- Fill the glass generously with crushed ice.
- Stir well with a bar spoon until the glass is thoroughly frosted on the outside.
- Top with more crushed ice if needed.
- Garnish with a generous sprig of fresh mint, gently slapping it against your hand before placing it in the drink to release its aroma.