Quench your thirst and elevate your taste buds with our Moroccan Spiced Mint Julep. This refreshing cocktail combines the classic mint julep with a touch of exotic spice, creating a truly unique and unforgettable experience.
Ingredients:
Spiced Simple Syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 whole cloves
- 1/2 cup crystallized ginger chips
Moroccan Mint Iced Tea
- 2 teaspoons Spicy Caribbee Moroccan Mint Looseleaf Tea
- 16 ounces water
- Ice
Moroccan Spiced Mint Tea Juleps Cocktail (makes 1)
- 4 parts iced mint tea
- 2 parts bourbon
- 1 part spiced simple syrup
- 3–5 leaves fresh mint (additional for garnish, if desired)
- Ice
Directions:
Prepare Moroccan Spiced Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine all simple syrup ingredients and bring to a simmer on low heat. Continue to simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Let syrup cool.
- Pour syrup through a fine mesh strainer and into an airtight container; discard solids. Syrup can be refrigerated for up to 1 month. Makes about 10 ounces of simple syrup.
Moroccan Mint Iced Tea
- Boil 16 ounces of water in a tea kettle. Remove from heat and steep 2 teaspoons of Spicy Caribbee Moroccan Mint Tea for 2-3 minutes. Afterwards, strain.
- Fill a 32 ounce pitcher with ice. Pour hot tea over ice and chill in refrigerator.
Moroccan Spiced Mint Tea Juleps Cocktail (makes 2)
- Place mint leaves in the bottom of an 8 ounce glass. Using a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon press the mint leaves into the bottom of the glass.
- Add simple syrup, bourbon, and tea.
- Top with ice and optional mint garnish.
- ¡Refrescante!