STEPFAMILY ASSOCIATION

Mint Julep
Serves 1

 Ingredients
1/2 cup boiling water
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves
2 to 4 large sprigs fresh mint
Crushed ice
1/4 cup bourbon
1/2 cup tonic water or sparkling water (optional)
Mint sprig (optional)
Powdered sugar
 
Directions
1. Pour boiling water over sugar; stir until sugar dissolves. Stir in the 1/4 cup mint leaves. Cover and chill at least 4 hours. Strain. Store, covered, in refrigerator.
2. To prepare one serving, pour 1 tablespoon mint-flavored syrup into a tall glass (add more, if a sweeter drink is preferred). Add 2 to 4 mint sprigs. Crush mint with the back of a spoon.
3. Fill glass with crushed ice. Stir in bourbon. If desired, stir in tonic water or sparkling water. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Garnish with mint sprig, if desired.