Kentucky Mint Julep
Source of Recipe
Aunt Saunny
100 Proof Kentucky bourbon
Simple syrup
mint leaves
crushed ice
Simple Syrup:
Mix 1 part boiling water to 2 parts sugar. Stir until dissolved Place 3 to 4 mint leaves in julep glass.
Add crushed ice. Press down with spoon to bruise leaves.
add 1 ounce bourbon and 1/2 ounce simple syrup; stir well.
Pack glass with crushed ice and and fill with bourbon.
Garnish with mint leaves Serve in a frosted silver mint julep cup.