Green Tea Mint Julep Recipe

Elevate your cocktail experience with a refreshing twist on a classic favorite: the Mint Julep. This sophisticated beverage combines the bold flavors of bourbon with the cool, invigorating essence of mint, creating a drink that is both revitalizing and delightfully complex. By incorporating premium ground sencha powder into the mix, this recipe adds an extra layer of depth and a subtle hint of earthiness, perfectly balancing the sweetness of the traditional simple syrup. 

Perfect for hot summer days or as a standout at your next cocktail party, the Green Tea Mint Julep not only quenches your thirst but also provides the antioxidant benefits of green tea. The combination of mint, green tea, and bourbon creates a harmonious blend of flavors that is both invigorating and soothing. This versatile drink can be customized with your preferred type of green tea, whether it be Yu Matcha for a vibrant drink and robust flavor or sencha for a milder, more delicate taste.

>>Learn More: Matcha vs. Sencha

Mint Julep

Refresh your senses with the Green Tea Mint Julep, a sophisticated cocktail that blends the bold flavors of bourbon with the cool essence of mint and the subtle earthiness of green tea. Perfect for any occasion, this elegant drink offers a unique twist on a classic favorite.

Author
Kiyomi Koike
Prep Time
3-5 minutes
Cook Time
0 minutes
Servings
1
Category

Drink

Cuisine

Fusion

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • 1 tsp Yu Sencha
  • 1 oz Simple Syrup
  • OR 2 oz Agave
  • Ice, crushed
  • Mint, bundle and sprigs

Directions

  1. Muddle mint in glass.
  2. In a separate glass, mix well Yu Sencha powder in bourbon until smooth.
  3. Add Simple syrup or Agave to bourbon mixture.
  4. Fill the mint glass with crushed ice.
  5. Pour bourbon mixture over ice and stir well.
  6. Optionally, garnish with mint sprig.
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