VANILLA BEAN MINT JULEP RECIPE BY TASTY

Vanilla Bean Mint Julep Recipe by Tasty image

Provided by Crown Royal

Categories Drinks

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

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3 whole vanilla beans
½ cup water
½ cup sugar
⅓ cup torn mint leaves
1 handful fresh mint leaf
3 oz Crown Royal Vanilla
¼ cup vanilla mint simple syrup
2 tablespoons lime juice
fresh mint sprig, for garnish

Steps:

Vanilla Mint Simple Syrup:
Slice vanilla bean down the center and scrape out the black seeds.
Add seeds and husks to small sauce pot.
Add water, sugar, and torn mint leaves. Bring to a light simmer, whisking occasionally.
Let simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool. Strain syrup.
Julep:
Place mint leaves in a cocktail shaker. Crush leaves with a muddler.
Add Crown Royal Vanilla, simple syrup, lime juice, and a handful of ice cubes. Shake well.
Strain into two highball glasses filled with crushed ice. Garnish with mint sprigs.
Enjoy!