Kiwi-Mint Julep

Kiwis add a tropical note to an old Southern favorite. From 'EatingWell.com' and posted for ZWT5.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 2
• Yields: 2

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons sugar
• 1⁄2 cup hot water
• 2  cups  ice
• 3  kiwi fruits, peeled
• 2  tablespoons frozen limeade concentrate
• 2  tablespoons  chopped of fresh mint
• 3  ounces Bourbon (optional)

Directions

1. Dissolve sugar in hot water in a 1-cup measure; let cool slightly.
2. Combine ice, kiwis, limeade, mint, the sugar mixture and bourbon, if using, in a blender.
3. Blend until smooth.
4. Serve immediately.