Must Mix: Hawaiian Julep

A vacation in a glass, Hawaiian Julep has a tropical twist on a quintessential Southern cocktail and was created with Maui beaches in mind.

The bold punches of Basil Hayden’s Bourbon and exotic flavors like passion fruit are balanced with in-depth flavors including Ginger Chili Shrub, fresh mint leaves, orange bitters, made-from-scratch simple syrup, and muddled pineapple for a well-rounded cocktail.

CRUjiente Tacos’ bar program carefully selects tequila, mezcal, whiskey and bourbon. Whether guests prefer straight spirits or cocktails, CRUjiente Tacos has purposely crafted each taco with a drink to match. The Hawaiian Julep balances the taqueria’s Ahi Poke Taco, Fresh Fish Taco and Thai Seared Shrimp Taco with coconut green curry.

Hawaiian Julep

Hawaiian Julep

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Ingredients:

• 2 oz. Basil Hayden’s Bourbon
• 1/2 oz. Passion Fruit Puree
• 1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
• 1/2 oz. Ginger Chili Shrub
• 10 Mint Leaves
• 4 Pineapple Chunks, Lightly Muddled
• 1 dash of Orange Bitters
• Crushed Ice

Preparation: Lightly muddle mint leaves and pineapple chunks. Shake all ingredients, pour and garnish with fresh mint leaf.

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