Firefly's Chamomile Julep
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Beverage
Summary:
Look for the chamomile julep on the ever-changing cocktail list at Firefly, a swanky restaurant known for innovative drinks. Manager Derek Brown often uses unusual ingredients to put new spins on classics, in this case swapping the standard mint syrup found in a mint julep for the lighter, floral flavors of a chamomile brew. He prefers to mix the julep with Jim Beam bourbon, which has a more neutral flavor than other bourbons, but you can use any brand. Brown's taste for Jim Beam extends to his off-work time, when he prefers to drink it neat.
1 serving
Ingredients:
- ice, crushed
- 2 1/2 ounces bourbon
- 1/2 ounce chamomile (syrup only)
- 1 lemon wedge (juice only)
- 1 sprig mint , for garnish
Directions:
Fill a cocktail shaker about halfway with ice. Add the bourbon, chamomile syrup and lemon juice. Shake to mix. Strain into an old-fashioned glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with mint. (You can also skip the shaker and pour all the ingredients directly over the crushed ice in the glass, but the shaker better chills and mixes the drink.)
Recipe Source:
Adapted from Derek Brown of Firefly (1310 New Hampshire Ave. NW, 202-861-1310).
