Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Agave, Julep, Kentucky Derby, Lime, Mint, spring, Tequila
Servings: 1
Add the tequila, agave syrup, and lime juice to a shaker tin.
Add 6-8 fresh mint leaves and gently muddle (press down just enough to release the ols)
Fill with crushed ice and give it a quick shake.
Grab a rocks glass and fill with crushed ice. Dump the cocktail and fill it with more crushed ice.
Garnish with a lime wheel and mint sprig.
Pro Tips
- Do not over-muddle the mint it can turn bitter
- Use fresh mint leaves for the best flavor
- Crushed ice is key it helps create that classic julep texture