OVERALL JULEP—St. Louis Style

Name: OVERALL JULEP—St. Louis Style
Ingredients: 1 cup Ice cubes (Originally 'Lump Ice'. Quantity estimated for mixing.); 1 1/4 ounces Rye Whiskey (Originally '2/3 Wineglass'. Converted to modern measurement (1 wineglass ≈ 2 oz).); 1 1/4 ounces London Dry Gin (Originally '2/3 Wineglass Gordon Gin'. Converted to modern measurement.); 1 ounce Grenadine (Originally '1/2 Wineglass'. Converted to modern measurement.); 3/4 ounce Lemon juice (Originally 'Juice 1/2 Lemon'. Quantity estimated based on average lemon size.); 1/2 ounce Lime juice (Originally 'Juice 1/2 Lime'. Quantity estimated based on average lime size.); 6 ounces Club Soda (Originally 'one bottle' (referring to a split bottle). Adjust to fill glass.)

This refreshing St. Louis variation of the classic Julep combines the spicy warmth of rye whiskey with the botanical complexity of gin for a potent, flavorful cocktail. Tart fresh lemon and lime juices cut through the rich sweetness of grenadine, while a generous top of club soda adds a crisp, effervescent finish. Served tall over ice, it creates a cooling and invigorating drink perfect for sipping on hot afternoons.

Ingredients

1 cup Ice cubes (Originally 'Lump Ice'. Quantity estimated for mixing.)
1 1/4 ounces Rye Whiskey (Originally '2/3 Wineglass'. Converted to modern measurement (1 wineglass ≈ 2 oz).)
1 1/4 ounces London Dry Gin (Originally '2/3 Wineglass Gordon Gin'. Converted to modern measurement.)
1 ounce Grenadine (Originally '1/2 Wineglass'. Converted to modern measurement.)
3/4 ounce Lemon juice (Originally 'Juice 1/2 Lemon'. Quantity estimated based on average lemon size.)
1/2 ounce Lime juice (Originally 'Juice 1/2 Lime'. Quantity estimated based on average lime size.)
6 ounces Club Soda (Originally 'one bottle' (referring to a split bottle). Adjust to fill glass.)

Instructions

1Fill a large mixing glass with ice cubes. Add the Rye Whiskey, Gin, Grenadine, lemon juice, and lime juice.
2Shake the mixture well until thoroughly chilled. Strain or pour into a tall, thin glass (such as a Collins or Highball glass) filled with fresh ice. Top with the Club Soda and serve immediately.