Simple Mint Julep
Description
This easy mint julep recipe combines mint, bourbon, and sugar. It's quick and easy to prepare this classic cocktail for the Kentucky derby or any party.
Ingredients
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1/4 cup water
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1 teaspoon white sugar
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5 fresh mint leaves, or to taste
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1 (1 1/2 fluid ounce) jigger bourbon, or more to taste
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4 ice cubes, or as desired
Directions
1
Place a tall glass in the freezer until frosted.
2
Stir water and sugar together in the prepared glass until sugar dissolved. Twist each mint leaf to release the scent and flavor; add to the glass. Pour bourbon into the glass, it should be about 1/4 full. Add ice and stir; garnish with a mint leaf.