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Whisky Ginger Julep & Some Whisky Tasting
The Whisky Ginger Julep is a fascinating blend of whisky, ginger liqueur, mint and Prosecco. A cunning spin off from the classic Julep. Give your taste buds something to natter about.
Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Total Time
5
minutes
mins
Course:
Alcoholic Drink, Cocktail
Cuisine:
American
Diet:
Vegetarian
Servings:
1
Calories:
182
kcal
Author:
Jane Coupland
Ingredients
12
Large fresh mint leaves
2
Sugar cubes
(demerara or brown) - or 2 teaspoon demerera sugar
30
ml/ ⅔ part
Whisky
(I used Scotch Whisky)
15
ml/ ⅓ part
Ginger Liqueur - I used The Kings Ginger Liqueur
45
ml/ 1 part
Prosecco
Ice - crushed or cubed
Garnish
Mint sprig
Instructions
Begin by lightly crushing the sugar cubes and place in the bottom of the glass
Add the mint leaves and the ginger liqueur. Gently muddle using a cocktail muddler or the end of a small rolling pin
Add the ice
Pour in the whisky. Stir briefly
Carefully top the drink with the Prosecco
Add more ice if there is room in the glass and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a sip straw
Serve immediately
Nutrition
Calories:
182
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
15
g
|
Protein:
0.5
g
|
Fat:
0.2
g
|
Saturated Fat:
0.1
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
0.1
g
|
Sodium:
8
mg
|
Potassium:
113
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
13
g
|
Vitamin A:
510
IU
|
Vitamin C:
4
mg
|
Calcium:
33
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg