Mint Julep

• 3-finger pinch fresh spearmint leaves
• 1/2 ounce homemade Mint Syrup (page 156) or 1/2 ounce simple syrup (page 154)
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 splash sparkling water or club soda
• 2 ounces Makers Mark bourbon
• 1 mint sprig, for garnish

1. Muddle the spearmint leaves with the Mint Syrup and bitters in the bottom of a rocks or Old Fashioned glass.
2. Add the sparkling water.
3. Fill the glass with crushed ice and add the bourbon.
4. Gently stir and garnish with the mint sprig.
5. Dominant Flavors: mint and caramel
6. Body: medium
7. Dryness: medium
8. Complexity: medium
9. Accentuating or Contrasting Flavors: sweet oak coming out of the cold ice
10. Finish: short, sharp, fresh
11. Glass: rocks

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/mint-julep-390811 (may not work)