Prescription Julep

This recipe from the 19th century predates the era of the ubiquitous bourbon mint julep, instead using cognac and rye, making for a delicious throwback.

Ingredients

• ½ ounce superfine sugar
• 1 ounce hot water
• 7 mint leaves plus one mint sprig
• 1 ½ ounces Cognac
• ½ ounce rye

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (1 serving)

    202 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 25 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 14 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 2 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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One drink

Preparation

1. In an old-fashioned glass or julep cup, dissolve sugar in water. Add mint leaves and press lightly with a spoon. Add spirits, fill glass with finely crushed ice and stir. Poke a straw and mint sprig into julep and serve.