Mint Julep,

Ingredients

  • 15 fresh mint leaves, plus one sprig for garnish
  • 1 oz simple syrup (or peach-flavored syrup)
  • 02.5 oz bourbon
  • Superfine sugar (optional)

Method

Place mint and ¼ ounce simple syrup in julep cup or 8- to 10-ounce old-fashioned glass and gently crush leaves with a wooden muddler, working them up sides of glass.

Loosely pack glass with finely crushed ice, then add bourbon. Drizzle remaining simple syrup on top and garnish with mint sprig lightly dusted with sugar, if desired.


Notes

Use 00.75 oz simple syrup