Stonefruit and Mint Julep

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   To make a mint-flavored simple syrup, begin by boiling the water and sugar with 2 cups of roughly torn and bruised mint in large sauce pot.

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   Boil just until the sugar dissolves completely.

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   Cool and strain the mint out of mixture.

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   Add 2 bottles of whiskey and fruit puree to the infusion.

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   Pour the mixture into a large bottle or pitcher.

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   Stuff the pitcher with the remaining bunch of fresh mint.

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   Cap and put in freezer overnight (if using a pitcher cover with plastic wrap).

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   Glasses: Wipe the rim of each glass with a lime wedge, then in sugar for a frosted appearance and chill.

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   Fill with julep mixture straight from the frozen bottle and garnish with a mint or lavender sprig.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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