Blue Stallion Julep recipe
Blue Stallion Julep recipe
Blue Stallion Julep recipe

Blue Stallion Julep

2 parts Maker's Mark® Bourbon 1 1/2 parts DeKuyper® Blueberry Schnapps Liqueur 1 part Simple Syrup Fresh Blueberries Fresh Mint Sprig

Muddle together 1/3 cup fresh blueberries, DeKuyper® Blueberry Schnapps and simple syrup. Add the Bourbon, stir well and top with lots of crushed ice. Garnish with fresh mint.

(Optional Mint Simple Syrup: Bring equal parts sugar, water and a handful of mint leaves to a boil, stir frequently. Turn off heat, set aside to cool and strain / remove the fresh mint.)
Grab your biggest brimmed hat and race to mix up this blueberry mint julep. Sweet and colorful, the Blue Stallion Julep is a tasty variation on classic Derby drinks. Muddle blueberries before adding simple syrup, Bourbon and Schnapps and top with mint.

QUICK FACTS

MAIN SPIRIT

Bourbon, Cordials

FLAVOR

Fruity, Sweet

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate

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ingredients

  • 2 parts Maker's Mark® Bourbon
  • 1 1/2 parts DeKuyper® Blueberry Schnapps Liqueur
  • 1 part Simple Syrup
  • Fresh Blueberries
  • Fresh Mint Sprig

Instructions

Muddle together 1/3 cup fresh blueberries, DeKuyper® Blueberry Schnapps and simple syrup. Add the Bourbon, stir well and top with lots of crushed ice. Garnish with fresh mint.

(Optional Mint Simple Syrup: Bring equal parts sugar, water and a handful of mint leaves to a boil, stir frequently. Turn off heat, set aside to cool and strain / remove the fresh mint.)

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    How to Muddle

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