Mint Julep

General

Source: NYT
Yield: 1 drink

Ingredients

• 12 to 15fresh mint leaves, plus one sprig for garnish
• 1ounce simple syrup (or peach-flavored syrup)
• 2½ounces bourbon
• Superfine sugar (optional)

Procedure

1. Place mint and ¼ ounce simple syrup in julep cup or 8- to 10-ounce old-fashioned glass and gently crush leaves with a wooden muddler, working them up sides of glass.
2. Loosely pack glass with finely crushed ice, then add bourbon. Drizzle remaining simple syrup on top and garnish with mint sprig lightly dusted with sugar, if desired.