Mint Julep
Celebrate Mint Julep Day May 30 by crafting this famous cocktail. Mint leaves are muddled with simple syrup to release the mint’s oils. Then add bourbon and crushed ice in a julep cup, and you’ll be ready for the "Run for the Roses!"
Ingredients
- Handful mint leaves, plus 1 sprig for garnish
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 2 oz Redemption Straight Bourbon
Directions
- Put mint leaves in bottom of julep cup.
- Add simple syrup and gently press.
- Add bourbon and fill cup halfway with crushed ice; lightly stir.
- Add more crushed ice to fill cup; lightly stir again.
- Garnish with mint sprig.
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