Recipe
My Mint Julep
Ingredients
- 6 to 8 mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon Simple Syrup [2]
- Crushed ice
- 2 1/2 ounces bourbon
- Sprig of mint for garnish
Directions
- Put the mint leaves and the syrup in the bottom of a tall glass. With the handle of a wooden spoon, crush and mash the leaves to extract the flavor. Fill the glass with crushed (not cubed) ice. Pour in the bourbon.
- With a long-handled spoon, jiggle (not stir) to chill and mix. Garnish with a sprig of mint. Sip.
Recipe Details
- Source: Real and Rustic Cookbook [5]
- Dish Type: Beverage/Alcoholic [6]
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