Aged Mint Julep

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3 cups fresh mint leaves
• 2 cups bourbon (I use Jim Beam)

Directions

1. 1

   Heat water and sugar on medium heat to dissolve sugar.

2. 2

   Add the mint, crushing it as you go to release the oils.

3. 3

   Bring the syrup and mint to a boil.

4. 4

   Remove the pan from the heat and cover it.

5. 5

   Let the mixture steep for 1 hour.

6. 6

   Strain out the mint and squeeze it dry to remove all the syrup.

7. 7

   Add the bourbon and stir gently.

8. 8

   Pour into a clean bottle and chill at least 1 month.

9. 9

   Serve over crushed ice with a sprig of mint for a garnish.