Prescription Julep
Cognac and rye with mint and sugar. A julep printed in Harper's in 1857.
Built in glass · Julep cup · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 33% ABV
Ingredients
- 45 ml Cognac
- 15 ml Rye whiskey
- 10 ml Sugar syrup
- 8 leaves Mint leaves
- Mint sprig (garnish)
Method
- Add 8 mint leaves
- Ice the glass
- Pour 45 ml cognac into the glass
- Pour 15 ml rye whiskey into the glass
- Pour 10 ml sugar syrup into the glass
- Garnish
Tip
Pack the cup with crushed ice and stir until frosty.
About the Prescription Julep
The Prescription Julep was published in Harper's New Monthly Magazine in 1857. Its name comes from the idea that a doctor might prescribe it.
The julep and smash family. Juleps are among the oldest American drinks. Mint juleps were drunk in Virginia around 1800, and Jerry Thomas printed the smash in 1862 as a smaller julep. Fresh mint, crushed ice and a frosty cup are what make the style.
Prescription Julep FAQ
What's in a Prescription Julep?
45 ml cognac, 15 ml rye whiskey, 10 ml sugar syrup, 8 leaves mint leaves, garnished with mint sprig.
How strong is a Prescription Julep?
About 33% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 2.0 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is close to a straight spirit, so sip it slowly.
Should I shake or stir a Prescription Julep?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Prescription Julep in?
A julep cup, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No julep cup? Use a rocks glass.
