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Mint Julep

Alton Brown's recipe

Ingredients

• 7 fresh mint leaves (plus 1 sprig for garnish)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons demerara sugar
• 2 1/2 ounces Kentucky bourbon whiskey
• Ice cubes
• Seltzer water

Directions

1. Tear any large mint leaves into pieces, then combine mint leaves and the sugar in an old-fashioned glass or metal julep cup.
2. Muddle these together with a muddler or back of a spoon for approximately 1 minute so the leaves release their essential oils but are still green.
3. Add the bourbon and set aside for 5 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, wrap the ice cubes up in a clean towel and pound with a rolling pin to crush.
5. Fill the glass with ice and top with a splash of seltzer water.
6. Stir, garnish with remaining mint sprig, and serve immediately.

Reference

• https://altonbrown.com/mint-julep/