Photo by Michael Graydon & Nikole Herriott
Mint julep + bubbly? This cocktail recipe combines the two delicious classics and is the ultimate way to celebrate.
Recipe information
Yield
Serves 1
Ingredients
6 mint leaves, plus sprig for serving
3/4 ounce simple syrup
3 ounces Champagne or dry sparkling wine
1/2 ounce cognac
1 dash bitters (such as Angostura)
Lemon twist (for serving)
Preparation
Muddle mint leaves and simple syrup in a julep cup or rocks glass. Add Champagne, cognac, and bitters. Fill glass partway with crushed ice and stir gently to combine. Mound more crushed ice on top and garnish with a mint sprig and a lemon twist.
Recipe notes
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