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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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The Mint Julep deserves to be enjoyed all summer long, so do yourself a favor and try this refreshing classic cocktail before and after the Kentucky Derby. Ingredients:
8 mint leaves |
1 teaspoon simple syrup |
2 1/2 fluid ounces bourbon whiskey |
crushed ice, divided |
1 sprig fresh mint for garnish |
Directions:
1. Chill a julep cup in the freezer for about 5 minutes.
2. Place mint leaves and simple syrup in the chilled julep cup; mash well with a cocktail muddler. Pour in bourbon and 1/2 cup crushed ice. Stir until chilled and top with remaining 1/2 cup ice.
3. Garnish with fresh mint.
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