Cheers: Blueberry Julep

As temperatures soar towards the blast-furnace heat that’s such a familiar part of summer in south Louisiana, we start to crave the cooling sensation of an icy cocktail more than ever. The mint julep is one of those quintessential Southern drinks, calling to mind gentlemen in seersucker suits lounging on shaded porches and sipping this sweet, minty, bourbon-based concoction. The basic version is simple enough to whip up; but if you want a challenge, transform the recipe with the addition of blueberry puree and the substitution of vodka for bourbon, offering a sweet and tangy jolt to jazz up your julep. Click here for the recipe.