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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
6 fresh mint leaves |
1/4 cup water |
2 teaspoons sugar |
finely crushed ice |
2 tablespoons bourbon |
1 fresh mint sprig |
Directions:
1. Rub the inside of a chilled julep cup with one mint leaf, using the back of a spoon to gently bruise the leaf. 2. Combine remaining mint leaves, water, and sugar in a small bowl; mull gently until sugar dissolves. Add crushed ice, filling cup three-fourths full; strain water mixture over ice. Add additional ice to fill cup; add bourbon, and stir gently. 3. Chill at least 15 minutes. Before serving, garnish with fresh mint. |
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