Blackberry-Mint Julep Recipe-February 2024-www.zdask.com

　　Like the original, our julep features bourbon infused with mint. But this drink’s signature sweetness is tempered by the tartness of blackberries, which also tint it a gorgeous shade of purple. Another twist: Our cocktail is blended with—rather than served over—ice, creating a slushy texture.

Ingredients

serves 4

　　1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves

　　1 pint blackberries

　　6 tablespoons sugar

　　1/2 cup bourbon

　　Mint sprigs, for garnish

Step 1

Roughly chop the mint leaves.

Step 2

Purée the mint, blackberries, and sugar in a blender. Press through a fine sieve into a bowl; discard seeds.

Step 3

Rinse blender, then return purée to blender, and add bourbon and 4 cups small ice cubes; blend until smooth. Divide mixture among 4 glasses. Garnish each with a mint sprig.

　　Reprinted with permission from The Martha Stewart Living Cookbook: The New Classics by Martha Stewart Living Magazine, copyright © 2007. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of The Crown Publishing Group.Buy the full book from Amazon.