Mint Julep Moderne

• 2 cups water
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups fresh mint leaves, tightly packed down
• 3 ounces aged bourbon
• 3 ounces mint tea
• mint leaves for garnish

1. In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2. Place the sugar in a heatproof container; pour water over sugar and stir until dissolved.
3. Pack mint into the sugar water and press with a plate to submerge the mint below the water.
4. Cover and let sit overnight.
5. Strain and reserve.

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Taken from www.foodrepublic.com/recipes/mint-julep-moderne/ (may not work)