Mint Julep - the Real Thing

Don't be fooled by imposters. This is the authentic julep. Makes you want to wear a white suit & black string tie whilst you sip it from your silver cup. I make this every year for a Derby party & some of the guests like them so much they never remember which horse won the race. Cook time includes chilling time.

• Ready In: 24 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 3 ounces

Ingredients

• Mint Syrup

• 2  cups sugar
• 2  cups water, preferable branch
• 6  mint leaves

• Julep

• 2  ounces Bourbon, premium Kentucky
• 1  tablespoon mint syrup
• 1  mint leaf
•  ice, crushed

Directions

1. Mix the sugar & water in a saucepan. Boil, while stirring, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat & let cool for 15 minutes.
2. Bruise 6 mint leaves to release the oil. Place them in a glass pitcher or jar.
3. Pour cooled syrup over mint, cap tightly & store in the refrigerator overnight.
4. When ready to partake, strain syrup to remove leaves.
5. Into your cocktail shaker add bourbon, mint syrup & 1/2 cup ice.
6. Shake, shake, shake your julep.
7. Pour mixture into a small glass or julep cup.
8. Top with a fresh mint leaf.
9. Serve with a short straw.