Mint Julep
Equipment
- 1 julep cup
- 1 muddler
Ingredients
- 5 leaves fresh mint
- 1/2 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 2 ounces best quality bourbon
- crushed or cracked ice
- fresh mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- In a julep cup, muddle mint and sugar together to lightly release the oils. Do not overwork the mint.
- Add bourbon and fill glass halfway with crushed or cracked ice.
- Stir until cup is frosted, then pack glass full with ice. Add straw and garnish with fresh mint sprig.