Top Shelf Julep

• 10 mint leaves, plus 2 mint sprigs for garnish
• 3/4 ounce Simple Syrup
• 1 1/2 ounces overproof bourbon
• 3/4 ounce peach eau-de-vie
• Crushed ice
• 1/2 ounce aged pot still rum

1. In a highball glass, muddle the mint leaves with the Simple Syrup, then add the bourbon and eau-de-vie.
2. Add crushed ice and stir, then add more crushed ice to fill the glass.
3. Top with the rum and arrange the mint sprigs in the center of the drink.

mint, simple syrup, overproof bourbon, still

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/top-shelf-julep-cocktails-2011 (may not work)