Mint Julep
The iconic Southern cocktail: fresh mint muddled with simple syrup and packed over crushed ice, then topped with good bourbon. Served in a frosted silver or metal cup, it is refreshing sipping for warm weather.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 8 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 tbsp simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water)
- 1.5 cups crushed ice
- 1 fresh mint sprig (for garnish)
Instructions
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1
Chill a julep cup or highball glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes.
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2
Place 8 leaves fresh mint leaves in the bottom of the chilled cup. Add 1 tbsp simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water) and gently muddle the mint just enough to bruise and release its oils.
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3
Pack the cup tightly with 1.5 cups crushed ice.
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4
Pour 2 oz bourbon whiskey over the ice. Stir briefly to combine.
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5
Top with additional crushed ice to form a mound. Garnish with 1 fresh mint sprig (for garnish) nestled into the ice. Serve immediately with a short straw.