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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts per serving:
- Calories 140
- Carbohydrate(gm)8
- Sodium(mg)1
Mint Julep
Chill: 4 hrs
Ingredients
- Crushed ice
- 2 tablespoons Minted Simple Syrup
- 4 - 8 large fresh mint sprigs
- 6 - 8 tablespoons bourbon
- Fresh mint sprig (optional)
Directions
Fill two tall glasses with crushed ice. Pour 1 tablespoon of the Minted Simple Syrup into each glass. (For a sweeter cocktail, add more syrup.)
Slightly crush the 4 to 8 mint sprigs; add half to each glass. Pour half of the bourbon into each glass. Stir. If desired, garnish with additional mint.
Nutrition Facts
Minted Simple Syrup
Yield:3/4 cup
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves
Directions
In a small bowl, pour boiling water over sugar; stir until sugar dissolves. Stir in mint leaves. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours. Strain mixture through sieve. Discard mint leaves. Store syrup, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Makes about 3/4 cup.
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