Basil Cranberry Julep Recipe
Basil Cranberry Julep
Advanced Mixology
1
5 minutes
This recipe takes the traditional julep and adds a tart cranberry syrup made with 100% pure, unsweetened juice. The sweet-tart balance is perfect for those who are new to mezcal because it smooths out some of its smoky flavors while still keeping them present in this drink!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups 100% Unsweetened cranberry juice
- 1 cup Sugar
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- 2 oz. Mezcal
- 1 oz. Cranberry syrup (and extra for garnish)
- ¼ oz. Agave nectar
- 6 Basil leaves (and extra for garnish)
Directions
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Add cranberry juice to a saucepan.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
Allow the juice to reduce by half. Remove from the heat, and then add sugar.
Stir to dissolve.
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Add basil leaves and agave nectar to the bottom of a cup or glass, then muddle gently.
Add mezcal and cranberry syrup, then top with crushed ice.
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