De La LouisianevsMint Julep
Which one fits your taste?
De La Louisiane
A complex New Orleans stirred cocktail: rye, sweet vermouth, and Bénédictine bound together with absinthe and Peychaud's bitters.
Mint Julep
A Kentucky Derby staple of bourbon muddled with fresh mint and sugar, served over crushed ice.
De La Louisiane
Mint Julep
Base
whiskey
whiskey
Glassware
Coupe
Julep cup
Flavor Notes
strong, herbal, sweet
herbal, sweet
Strong?
Which should you pick?
Pick the De La Louisiane if you want something boozy and spirit-forward. Go with the Mint Julep if you'd rather have something lighter and more approachable. Both are herbal and aromatic and sweet and approachable, so if you enjoy one you'll likely appreciate the other.