Servings: 1
Total Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 leaves fresh mint
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 tsp powdered sugar
You don't have to be at Churchill Downs to enjoy this Kentucky Derby Classic!
Preparation Notes
To make simple syrup simply heat 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar over medium heat until reduced by half.
Directions
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Place mint leaves and simple syrup in a glass and gently press the leaves with the back of spoon to release flavors.
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Fill glass tightly with ice.
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Pour bourbon over ice.
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Sprinkle with powdered sugar and garnish with additional mint leaves as desired.