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Julep Week: Meyer Lemon Julep

May 6, 2016 By Phillip @ SouthernFATTY.com 5 Comments

Meyer Lemon Julep

After having a little bit of a spicy sip for Cinco de Derby yesterday with our Mango Jalapeño Julep, I thought it would be good to take thing a bit over to the tart side of life. We’re taking beautifully sweet and citrus Meyer lemons, and squeezing them into a delightfully fresh julep for Kentucky Oaks day.

While you enjoy this unique mix, be sure to follow along with the Fatty on social media.
All day today, we will be sharing live from the top floor at the Kentucky Oaks race at Churchill Downs.


Meyer Lemon Julep

Meyer lemons are one of my favorite citrus picks. Of course, since they are a fav, they have a super-short season and are only available for a limited time. Go grab a bunch up, because you’re going to be upset when you run out of this mix.

The classic julep is made with Kentucky bourbon. Bourbon and lemon just go beautifully together. Bourbon and Meyer lemon go even more beautifully together. The bit of sweetness in the Meyers, along side of the bit of a bite couldn’t be a better fit.

Simply made, this is the most fresh twist on the classic julep pick. Be sure to check out our other Julep Week blends while you’re here!

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Julep Week: Meyer Lemon Julep
 
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Prep time
5 mins
Total time
5 mins
 
A sweet and sour twist on the classic julep. Meyer Lemon Julep on SouthernFATTY.com.
Author: Phillip Fryman | SouthernFATTY.com
Recipe type: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 drink
Ingredients
  • ¼ Meyer lemon
  • 1 ounce simple syrup or 1 tablespoon superfine sugar
  • 2-3 mint leaves
  • 3 ounces Kentucky bourbon
  • mint spring, to finish
  • Meyer lemon, to finish
Instructions
  1. In bottom of chilled julep glass, add Meyer lemon quarter and sugar/syrup.
  2. Add mint leaves.
  3. Muddle lightly. Just bruise the mint, don't tear it up.
  4. Remove lemon from cup.
  5. Fill with crushed ice. Add bourbon.
  6. Lightly swirl and enjoy with a straw and mint sprig beside to smell the mint while drinking.
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Filed Under: Beverages Tagged With: alcohol, cocktail, derby, fruit, julep, kentucky, lemon, meyer lemon, mint, mint julep, oaks

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  1. Katie

    June 15, 2016 at 10:58 am

    Yummmm

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    • Phillip @ SouthernFATTY.com

      June 15, 2016 at 11:00 am

      🙂

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  2. Kari Guastella

    May 6, 2016 at 2:34 pm

    I think this one might be my favorite mint julep that you’ve shared. Everything is better with meyer lemons!
    Kari
    http://www.sweetteasweetie.com

    Reply
    • Phillip @ SouthernFATTY.com

      May 6, 2016 at 11:16 pm

      It’s soon good! Meyer lemon is just a while world in itself.

      Reply

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