Mint Julep

1. 1

   Rinse mint prior to chopping.

2. 2

   Reserve 8 sprigs for garnishing, roughly chop the rest.

3. 3

   In a small sauce pan, combine water, sugar, and chopped mint.

4. 4

   Bring to a moderate boil and reduce by a third.

5. 5

   Allow syrup to cool.

6. 6

   Pour syrup through a strainer to remove mint leaves.

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   This can be made several days ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator.

8. 8

   Fill eight frozen, silver julep cups* with shaved ice and pour 4 ounces of bourbon and approximately 1/4 cup mint syrup depending ones desired sweetness.

9. 9

   Cut a straw so it reaches about one inch over the rim of the cup.

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    This allows imbibers to take in the minty aromas.

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    Garnish with a mint sprig.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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