Recipes Cocktails Queen's Park Julep Be the first to rate & review! The Mint Julep (bourbon, simple syrup, crushed ice and mint sprigs) inspired this Queen’s Park Swizzle twist. “The rich sweetness of bourbon makes it a natural substitute for Demerara rum,” says Thad Vogler. Slideshow: More Terrific Bourbon Cocktails By Thad Vogler Updated on March 27, 2015 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Yield: 1 drink Ingredients 2 ounces bourbon 1 ounce fresh lime juice 1/2 ounce Rich Simple Syrup Crushed ice 5 dashes of Angostura bitters 1 mint sprig, for garnish Directions In a chilled collins glass, combine the bourbon, lime juice and Rich Simple Syrup. Add crushed ice. Spin a swizzle stick or bar spoon between your hands to mix the drink, then add more crushed ice. Top with the bitters, garnish with the mint sprig and serve with a metal spoon-straw. Rate it Print