Kalamazoo Julep Recipe

Recipe: Brian Dressel for Midnight Cowboy, Austin, Texas

Photo: Cory Ryan

May 03, 2012

A double dose of celery adds another layer of refreshment in this julep.

The classic mint julep gets a springtime update in this timeless refresher.

Ingredients

2 oz. genever
¾ oz. celery syrup
1 dash celery bitters
8-10 fresh mint leaves

Tools:muddler, mixing glass, barspoon
Glass:julep
Garnish:celery leaves, fresh mint sprig and a light dusting of celery seed

Preparation

Combine liquid ingredients in a mixing glass and stir to combine. In the julep cup, gently press the oils from the mint leaves, discard the mint, then pack the cup with crushed ice until a mound forms at the top. Pour the liquid ingredients from the mixing glass over the ice mound and garnish.