Mama’s Mint Juleps
A refreshing Southern classic — perfect for warm spring evenings. This recipe has been shared with neighbors at past Derby gatherings right here in Litchfield Country Club.
Ingredients
* 1 cup sugar *1 3/4 cups water
*2 quarts bourbon whiskey *About 25 sprigs fresh mint
*2 quarts bourbon whiskey *About 25 sprigs fresh mint
Instructions
- Dissolve sugar in water over medium heat. Let cool.
- Bruise 15 mint leaves by gently rubbing them between your palms.
- Combine the bruised mint, cooled sugar water, and bourbon in a large container. Cover and refrigerate for a couple of days.
- Remove the mint from the mixture.
- Fill julep cups with crushed or cubed ice, pour in the bourbon mixture, and garnish with a fresh sprig of mint.
Yields- About 20 (4 oz.) juleps
Note: Very potent. Perfect for entertaining — or easily scaled down for a smaller batch.