On this week’s Drink Spirits Happy Hour (on KPAM Talk Radio), we take a look at the iconic Mint Julep, the official drink of the Kentucky Derby.

LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: The Perfect Mint Julep

Key links from the show:

Woodford Reserve

Best Rye Whiskey Reviews

Maker’s 46 Review



Here’s the recipe for The Perfect Mint Julep

Mint Julep

1 oz of simple syrup or 2 teaspoons of superfine sugar

2 sprigs of mint

2 1/2 oz of bourbon Gently bruise one sprig of mint in the bottom of a julep glass or highball with simple syrup. Add half the bourbon and fill with crush iced. Swirl with a bar spoon until the outside of the glass frosts. Add more ice and the remaining bourbon. Stir again to frost the glass and garnish with a sprig of mint.

Next week’s show will take a look at the Classic Daiquiri . You can listen live to that episode on KPAM.com on Friday 5/11 at 4:15 pm PDT.

LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE: The Perfect Mint Julep





In case you missed them, be sure to listen to some of our passed shows:

The Moscow Mule

The Old Fashioned

Martinis – Shaken or Stirred?