Ingredients:
Crushed ice
1 Tbsp. minted simple syrup (see recipe below)
2-4 large sprigs fresh mint
3-4 Tbsp. bourbon
Mint sprig (optional)
Directions:
Fill a tall glass with crushed ice. Pour minted simple syrup into the glass (for a sweeter cocktail, add more syrup). Slightly crush mint sprigs; add to the glass. Pour bourbon into glass. Stir. Garnish with a mint sprig, if desired.
Minted simple syrup
Ingredients:
1/2 c. boiling water
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 c. lightly packed fresh mint leaves
Directions:
Pour boiling water over sugar in a small bowl; 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.
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