Frozen Mint Julep

If the Kentucky Derby were run in August, all the juleps would be made this way,

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 3  ounces  bourbon whiskey
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  simple syrup
• 1 1⁄4 ounces fresh lemon juice
• 8  fresh mint leaves
• 3⁄4 cup  crushed  ice
• 1  sprig of fresh mint (to garnish)

Directions

1. Place mint leaves, bourbon, simple syrup and lemon juice into a blender and pulse for just a second or two.
2. Add 3/4 cup of crushed ice and blend until slushy.
3. Pour into a chilled, large old-fashioned glass or large goblet and garnish with mint sprig.