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Prescription Julep Cocktail Drink

Prescription Julep Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Enjoy a relaxing evening with this straightforward Prescription Julep recipe! It combines bourbon, sugar, water, and fresh mint.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 152

Ingredients
 

  • 1 oz Cognac
  • 1 oz Rye Whiskey
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 5-6 fresh mint leaves
  • Crushed ice
  • Mint sprig - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Julep Cup or Highball Glass
  • Muddler
  • Measuring Jigger

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Place 5-6 fresh mint leaves and 1 tsp sugar into your Julep cup or highball glass.
  • Muddle: Use a muddler to press the mint and sugar together really gently.
  • Add Cognac: Pour 1 oz Cognac into the glass.
  • Add Rye Whiskey: Measure and pour 1 oz Rye Whiskey into the glass.
  • Add Ice: Fill the glass three-quarters full with crushed ice.
  • Churn: Mix energetically all the ingredients with a bar spoon, until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Add Straw: Put a straw into the glass and add more crushed ice.
  • Garnish: Place a sprig of mint on top for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

As a cocktail enthusiast, I've had to improvise when certain ingredients are unavailable. Here are some substitutes that have worked for me:
  • Cognac: Brandy is a good substitute for cognac if you have none. It's made from distilled wine, just like cognac, but it doesn't have to come from the Cognac region of France.
  • Rye Whiskey: Bourbon can be used as a substitute for rye whiskey. It's sweeter and less spicy than rye, but it still works well in this cocktail.
  • Sugar: If you're out of granulated sugar, use simple syrup or another sweetener like agave nectar or maple syrup.

Making a Pitcher of Prescription Julep:

If you're hosting a party and want to make a pitcher of this cocktail, here's how I do it:
  • Scale: Multiply all the ingredients by the number of servings you want. For example, for 8 servings, you'd use 8 oz of cognac, 8 oz of rye whiskey, 8 tsp of sugar, and about 40-48 mint leaves.
  • Mix: Muddle the mint leaves and sugar together in a large pitcher. Add the cognac and rye whiskey and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into individual glasses filled with crushed ice, garnish with a sprig of mint, and serve immediately.

Making it Vegan:

This cocktail is already vegan-friendly as it doesn't contain any animal products. However, check the sugar you're using, as some brands use bone char in their processing methods.