Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz blood orange juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 6-8 mint leaves
- Crushed ice
- Blood orange slice and mint sprig for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Julep cup or rocks glass
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint leaves with the simple syrup.
2. Add the bourbon and blood orange juice to the shaker.
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
4. Fill a julep cup or rocks glass with crushed ice.
5. Strain the cocktail into the glass.
6. Garnish with a blood orange slice and a sprig of mint.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: N/A
Temperature:
- Serve chilled
Serving size:
- 1 cocktail
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 190
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Bourbon can be substituted with rye whiskey or dark rum.
- Blood orange juice can be substituted with regular orange juice or grapefruit juice.
- Simple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar.
Variations:
- Add a splash of club soda for a fizzy twist.
- Substitute the mint leaves with basil or thyme for a different flavor profile.
- Use different types of citrus fruits for a variety of flavors.
Tips and tricks:
- To release the mint's flavor, gently slap the leaves before muddling.
- Use fresh-squeezed blood orange juice for the best taste.
- Double strain the cocktail to remove any small bits of mint leaves.
Storage instructions:
- N/A
Reheating instructions:
- N/A
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a julep cup with a metal straw for a classic look.
- Garnish with a blood orange slice and a sprig of mint.
Garnishes:
- Blood orange slice
- Mint sprig
Pairings:
- Serve with a charcuterie board or cheese plate.
Suggested side dishes:
- N/A
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cocktail is too strong, add more simple syrup to taste.
- If the cocktail is too sweet, add more bourbon to balance the flavors.
Food safety advice:
- Drink responsibly and never drink and drive.
Food history:
- The julep is a classic cocktail that originated in the southern United States in the 18th century.
Flavor profiles:
- The Bloodhound Julep is a refreshing and citrusy cocktail with a hint of mint and a smooth bourbon finish.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a pre-dinner cocktail or as a refreshing summer drink.
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Taste: Fruity, Sweet, Tart, Refreshing, Citrusy