A spicy spin on a classic, and a silly equestrian joke, this cocktail is made with our Smoked Cinnamon Maple Syrup, fiery 100-proof bourbon, and a cold mountain of crushed ice, so hot plus cold equals warm. The edible garnish is a chilled dill pickle spear, delicious, and itself packed full of spices; it's also a cheeky homage to the Pickleback and Bushwick Country Club, the bar that made that drink famous.

 

Warmblood Julep

Author
Christian Leue
Servings
1
Category
Drink

Ingredients

  • 1/2 ounce Smoked Cinnamon Maple Syrup
  • 2 ounces bourbon (prefer Four Roses Single Barrel, or another quality 100 proof bourbon)
  • Crushed ice
  • A thin spear of dill pickle
  • Sprig of fresh flowers

Directions

  1. Mix the bourbon and smoked cinnamon maple syrup together.
  2. Pack a julep cup or rocks glass to the rim with crushed ice‡. Using a straw poke a hole for the garnishes and add them.
  3. Pour the spiced bourbon over the ice, then pack more ice over the top to form a dome. Serve with a straw or a julep strainer*, and a cloth handkerchief if you like, to hold the icy cup. If you're barehanding it, it's best to hold the rim towards the top where it will be less cold.

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Try it anywhere you'd normally use maple syrup, but think beyond breakfast!
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