The Perfect Mint Julep

This recipe creates the quintessential Southern cocktail, a bracingly cold and aromatic blend of bourbon, mint, and sugar served over finely crushed ice. It focuses on technique to extract the mint's bright flavor without bitterness, resulting in a perfectly balanced drink meant for slow sipping. The ritual of preparation is as important as the refreshing final result.

• Time: 15 min
• Servings: 1

Source: therecipesmom

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