Mint Julep Recipe

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Mint Julep Ingredients

2.5 oz. bourbon of your choice (I used Woodford Reserve Bourbon)

.5 oz. simple syrup or mint infused simple syrup

7-10 mint leaves

Large mint bouquet for garnish

How to make a Mint Julep

Gently muddle mint and simple syrup. Add bourbon. Stir with crushed or pebble ice until chilled.

The Mint Julep dates back to 18th-century America, but it's best known today as the official drink of the Kentucky Derby, a title it's held since 1938 — Churchill Downs now pours well over 100,000 of them every Derby Day. Bourbon, sugar, and fresh mint, packed over crushed ice until the glass frosts over.