Prosecco Mint Julep

Name: Prosecco Mint Julep
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving(s)
Ingredients: 6 mint leaves, plus more for serving; 3/4 oz. simple syrup; 1 oz. bourbon; Crushed ice; 3 oz. dry prosecco; 1 dash of Angostura bitters

Sparkling wine puts this Derby classic into holiday territory.

By Lena AbrahamPublished: Nov 18, 2022

Approved by the Delish Test Kitchen

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prosecco mint juleps in highball glasses with fresh mint

PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Yields:

1 serving(s)

Prep Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

5 mins

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This festive sparkling drink is perfect for your next holiday cocktail hour. A sort of lightened-up mint julep, the addition of a dry sparkling wine provides a pleasant brightness and effervescence that plays well with the rich, caramelized tones of bourbon whiskey.

Slightly sweet, not too boozy, and full of mint flavor, this cocktail is a worthy accompaniment to savory holiday dishes like roasted meats and vegetables, hearty stews, or an herby rack of lamb. If cava, Champagne, or another type of sparkling wine is your preference, feel free to swap it in for the prosecco. Be sure to keep all your ingredients chilled so the final drink is as cold as possible.

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Directions

1. Step 1In a mint julep cup or highball glass, muddle mint leaves and simple syrup with a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon handle until mint is dark green and has lost its shape.
2. Step 2Add bourbon, then ice, prosecco, and bitters, and gently stir to combine. Garnish with more mint.