Classic Mint Julep
Ingredients
- 8 mint leaves
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- 2 ounces bourbon
- crushed ice
- mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- In a julep cup or rocks glass, lightly muddle the mint leaves in the simple syrup.
- Add the bourbon, then pack the glass tightly with crushed ice.
- Stir until the cup is frosted on the outside.
- Top with more crushed ice and garnish with a mint sprig.