Hibiscus Mint Julep

Makes One Drink

This Hibiscus Mint Julep is a refreshing toast to the beginning of Spring and a delicious way to celebrate the Kentucky Derby and National Mint Julep Day (May 30th).

Hibiscus Mint Julep

Ingredients

• 1 ounce Hibiscus Syrup

• 1 1/2 - 2 ounces of whiskey (Bourbon or Rye)

• 3-4 leaves of fresh mint

• 1/2 fresh-squeezed lime

• Ginger Beer

• Garnish: Dehydrated lime and hibiscus flower

Directions:

Combine all ingredients (except ginger beer) in a cocktail shaker with a scoop of ice to make a Hibiscus Mint Julep. Shake for 10-15 seconds. Strain the concoction into the silver chalice with crushed ice. Top with ginger beer and garnish with a lime and a hibiscus flower.

Recommendations:

Wild Hibiscus Flowers in Syrup

Fever Tree Ginger Beer

Elevated Craft Hybrid Cocktail Glass

Bourbon - Penelope Whiskey

Rye - Pinhook Whiskey

Hibiscus Simple Syrup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 cup water

Directions:

Step 1: Combine 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup water in a saucepan.

Step 2: Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.

Step 3: Remove the pan from the heat and let it steep for 15–20 minutes to develop a rich, tangy flavor.

Step 4: Use a fine mesh strainer to pour the syrup into a clean jar or bottle, removing the hibiscus solids.

Step 5: Let the syrup cool completely. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.