Mint Julep
By: Helen Pitlick
Published: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 4:52pm

Ingredients




4 fresh mint sprigs
3 ounces bourbon whiskey
1 teaspoon granulated sugar

Preparation

1 Put 4-5 mint leaves in the cup. Add sugar, and muddle gently. 2 Fill the cup with shaved or crushed ice and add bourbon. Stir until cup is frosty. 3 Top with more ice and garnish with a mint sprig. Serve with a straw.

About


This is the traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby but it's also an all-around refreshing summer drink. You can substitute simple syrup for the sugar and some of the ice. Hats are optional.