Tennessee Honey Ham Julep: The Easter Mint You’ll Wish You’d Minted Sooner

Noah Kurz

Noah Kurz

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Tennessee Honey Ham Julep: The Easter Mint You’ll Wish You’d Minted Sooner
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Tennessee Honey Ham Julep: The Easter Cocktail You Can’t Skip

Easter 2025 demands refreshment, and the Tennessee Honey Ham Julep is whiskey’s minty marvel—a sweet, cooling mix that honors April 20’s glazed ham. Want a cocktail to crown your holiday? Here’s the bold recipe, with Tennessee picks to make your Easter hum—no flops, just pure festive mint.

Why the Tennessee Honey Ham Julep Sings for Easter

Tennessee whiskey, per U.S. law—51% corn, charcoal-filtered, new charred oak—offers mellow sweetness that pairs with Easter’s honey-glazed ham. Mint and honey scream spring—perfect for brunch or porch sipping. It’s whiskey’s Easter breeze, smooth yet lively.

Tennessee Honey Ham Julep Recipe—Step by Step

  • Ingredients:
    • 2 oz Tennessee whiskey (80-90 proof recommended)
    • 1 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
    • 8-10 fresh mint leaves
    • Crushed ice
    • Mint sprig garnish
  • Method:
    Muddle mint leaves with honey syrup in a julep cup, add whiskey, fill with crushed ice, stir until frosty, top with more ice, and garnish with a mint sprig. Sip and chill—it’s Easter’s minty spark.
  • Why It Works: Tennessee’s smoothness ties to honey’s sweetness, and mint cools the holiday heat—ideal for ham’s glaze.

Tennessee Picks for Your 2025 Easter

  • Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 (80 proof, $20-$30): Charcoal-mellowed, sweet corn pairs with mint, budget-friendly.
  • George Dickel No. 12 (90 proof, $25-$35): Smoky hints lift honey, 90 proof for Easter punch.

How to Sip It on Easter

Serve in a julep cup for tradition—its icy chill fits April 20’s warmth. Pair with ham or carrots—Tennessee’s 80-90 proof, per law, matches the glaze’s stickiness. For a twist, add a lemon wedge. Every sip’s a holiday breeze—pure corn and oak, no additives.

Why This Rules Easter 2025

The Tennessee Honey Ham Julep’s minty-sweet hum—Tennessee’s mellow, honey glow—makes it an Easter 2025 hero. At $20-$35, these whiskeys suit any table, and their proof powers festive flavors. Ready for Easter’s julep?

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