Mixology Recipes
Mint Julep Tea
A Kentucky Derby favorite, head to the races with this twist on the mint julep.
Taking TEALEAVES Organic Health & Well-Being tea, The Whiskey Jug’s Josh Peters remakes a Kentucky Derby favorite. Head to the races with this refreshing mint and green tea cocktail.
Recipe courtesy of Josh Peters: The Whiskey Jug
Mint Julep Iced Tea
INGREDIENTS
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2 tsp. TEALEAVES Organic Health & Well-Being Loose Leaf Tea
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2 oz. Russell's Reserve 10 Year Old Bourbon
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1 Tbsp. Mint Simple Syrup (see below)
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2-3 Sprigs Fresh Mint Leaves (For Garnish)
STEPS
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Take 2 tsp TEALEAVES Organic Health & Well-Being tea and steep in 8 oz/236 ml of hot water (82ºC/180ºF is ideal).
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Strain the tea after 1 minute, cool.
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Muddle the mint leaves at the bottom of a Collins glass.
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Fill the glass half full of ice.
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Mix the whiskey and simple syrup, and pour over ice.
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Fill the rest of the glass with Organic Health & Well-Being Green tea and stir.
Mint Simple Syrup
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup White Sugar
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1 cup Fresh Mint Leaves
STEPS
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Combine sugar, 1 cup of water and mint in a small saucepan.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved.
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Remove from heat and cool.
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Strain through a sieve.
