Sunday 24 April 2011

Mint Julep

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Ingredients:

    * leaves from 4-5 mint sprigs
    * 2 sugar cubes or 1/2 oz simple syrup
    * 2 1/2 oz bourbon
    * mint sprig for garnish

Preparation:

   1. Place the mint and simple syrup or sugar into a julep cup, collins glass or double old-fashioned glass.
   2. Muddle well to dissolve the sugar and to release the oil and aroma of the mint.
   3. Add the bourbon
   4. Fill with crushed ice and stir well until the glass becomes frosty.
   5. Garnish with the mint sprig.