Southern Mint Julep

A true southern tradition. So smooth and mellow. Wonderful for a hot summer's day, swinging slowly on a porch swing ; )

• Ready In: 2 mins
• Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 2  sprigs of fresh mint
• 1  tablespoon water
• 1  teaspoon confectioners' sugar
• 1⁄2 cup  ice, crushed
• 1 1⁄2 ounces Bourbon
• 1  sprig of fresh mint

Directions

1. Place mint in blender; add water and sugar.
2. Blend until leaves disappear, add ice and bourbon; blend a few seconds.
3. Pour into frosted glass or julep cup which has been filled with finely chopped ice.
4. Stir and decorate with a sprig of mint.
5. Serves 1.
6. Note: Serve with a short straw that is no taller than the mint, so one enjoys the aroma as well as the taste.