1 ounce bourbon or whiskey
1 cocktail straw (cut to size for glass)
1 sprig fresh mint
Powdered sugar (optional)
Add Mint Simple Syrup to a chilled julep glass. Pack cup tightly with crushed ice and pour bourbon over ice. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Insert straw, place mint sprig directly next to straw, and serve immediately.
Mint Simple Syrup
1/2 C sugar
12 C water
5 or 6 sprigs fresh mint
Bring sugar water and mint to a boil in small saucepan. Boil, stirring often, about 5 minutes or until sugar has dissolved. Cover and chill 24 hours. Strain and discard mint.
