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Classic mint julep

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  • Prep Time15 mins
  • Total Time15 mins
  • Makes6 servings
*PLUS Refrigeration Time: 300 minutes

Ingredients

  • 24 large mint leaves

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 cups bourbon

  • ice cubes

  • mint sprigs, optional

Instructions

  • Place mint leaves and sugar in a pitcher. Using a wooden spoon, mash leaves with sugar against side of pitcher to release flavour. Stir in bourbon until sugar dissolves completely. Cover and refrigerate to allow flavours to blend, at least 5 hours or up to half a day. Don't worry if mint leaves darken because mixture will be strained.

  • Just before serving, fill glasses with ice. Strain bourbon mixture, then pour into glasses. Garnish each with a fresh sprig of mint.


Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 182, Carbohydrates 8.3g, Sodium 1mg.

Beat the heat with this traditional southern cocktail.

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