Sherry Julep
A refreshing cocktail blending the complexity of sherry with the sweetness of mint and sugar, served over crushed ice.
Instructions
- Chill a julep cup or glass.
- In a mixing glass, muddle fresh mint leaves with sugar and a splash of water to release the mint oils.
- Add sherry and fill the mixing glass with ice. Stir well to combine and chill.
- Fill the chilled julep cup with crushed ice to the brim.
- Strain the mixture from the mixing glass into the cup over the crushed ice.
- Garnish with a fresh mint sprig.
- In a mixing glass, muddle fresh mint leaves with sugar and a splash of water to release the mint oils.
- Add sherry and fill the mixing glass with ice. Stir well to combine and chill.
- Fill the chilled julep cup with crushed ice to the brim.
- Strain the mixture from the mixing glass into the cup over the crushed ice.
- Garnish with a fresh mint sprig.
Ingredients
• 2 oz Sherry
• 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Water
• 1 cup Crushed ice
• 1 sprig Fresh mint sprig