This is the traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby. The traditionalists always serve in silver Julep cups.

Ready

• Collins glass
• Muddler
• Stirrer

Set

• 8-10 fresh mint sprigs
• 2 ½ oz bourbon whiskey
• 1 tsp powdered sugar
• 2 tsp water
• Ice
• Straw

Go

1. Muddle mint leaves, powdered sugar, and water in a collins glass.
2. Fill the glass with shaved or crushed ice and add bourbon. Stir.
3. Top with more ice and garnish with a mint sprig. Serve with a straw.

What you should know

Instead of sugar and water, you can use simple syrup. For extra added mint flavor, make simple syrup with mint leaves.