Mint Julep
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 1 serving
- Total: 5 min
- Active: 5 min
Ingredients
2 1/2 ounces bourbon, booker's or other overproofed
1/2 ounce simple syrup
8 mint leaves (plus 3 sprigs for garnish)
Crushed "pebbled" ice
Directions
- If making crushed or "pebbled" ice, put cold, dry ice cubes into the coin sack, twist closed, and bang until crushed with the wood hammer. Place mint leaves in the bottom of the julep cup. Muddle by gently pressing and twisting. Add bourbon. Top almost to brim with crushed ice. Agitate drink gently with a cocktail spoon or swizzle stick. Top with a mound of crushed ice. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs.