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strawberry mint julep

A sweet way to celebrate Derby Day.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktail, Drinks
Servings 1 cocktail

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup strawberries, stems removed
  • 4-5 fresh mint leaves
  • 2-3 tsp simple syrup (use to taste)
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • mint leaves and fresh strawberries, to garnish

Instructions
 

  • For a stronger strawberry and mint flavor, combine the berries, mint leaves, and simple syrup in a food processor and blitz until smooth. Pour into your favorite rocks glass. Or: muddle the trio together in the bottom of your glass.
  • Fill the cup halfway with crushed ice, then pour in the bourbon. Stir. Top with more crushed ice. Garnish with mint leaves and fresh strawberries.
Keyword bourbon, cocktail, drinks, kentucky derby, mint julep, spring, strawberry, summer, whiskey