TRADITIONAL MINT JULEP

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If you've never had a traditional mint julep, be sure to include this easy recipe at your next Derby Day party or summer gathering. Make the mint syrup in advance and cocktail prep will be a breeze.

Provided by Arlene Cummings

Categories     Beverage

Time 25m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 bunch fresh mint, torn into pieces
1 1/2 oz Kentucky Whisky
1 oz mint syrup
Fresh mint for garnish
8 oz glass or silver cup filled with crushed ice

Steps:

  • To make the mint simple syrup, add the water and the sugar to a small saucepan and boil for 1 to 2 minutes stirring until sugar is dissolved. Muddle mint slightly to release natural oils, stir it into the syrup mixture. Set aside to cool for about 10 minutes.
  • Fill an 8-oz glass with crushed ice. Pour in the whisky and give it a good stir. Then top with the mint syrup and a few sprigs of fresh mint.
  • Enjoy slowly (and responsibly).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Cocktail

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