Made with Cuervo Black tequila instead of whiskey, the Black Julep works just as well as a Kentucky Derby drink (had I actually posted it for you last Saturday), as it works for celebrating Cinco de Mayo.




Black Julep
3 oz Cuervo Black Medallion
10 mint leaves
1 1/2 tsp extra fine sugar
Seltzer
Crushed ice
Mint sprig
Place mint leaves in the bottom of an old-fashioned glass or julep cup and add sugar. Crush with muddler or wooden spoon until the leaves begin to come apart. Add a splash of seltzer, fill glass 3/4 full with crushed ice, and add tequila. Top with another splash of seltzer, stir, and garnish with mint sprig.