The classic mint julep

Ingredients

• 2 oz Kentucky bourbon
• ½ oz mint simple syrup
• Crushed ice
• A fresh mint sprig

Method

1. Fill a chilled julep cup with crushed ice.
2. Add the syrup and bourbon. Stir until the cup frosts.
3. Top with more ice and a slapped mint sprig.
4. Serve with a short straw.

Mint simple syrup

Heat 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water until the sugar dissolves. Take it off the heat, add a big handful of mint and let it steep for 30 minutes. Strain and chill.

Making a batch

For 10 juleps, mix 20 oz bourbon with 5 oz syrup and chill it. Pour 2½ oz over ice in each cup when guests are ready.