Absinthe Julep

• 2 mint sprigs
• 1 sugar cube
• 1 ounce absinthe verte, such as Lucid
• 1 teaspoon creme de mure (blackberry liqueur)
• 1 ounce cold water
• Crushed ice

1. In a chilled julep cup, muddle 1 of the mint sprigs, then discard.
2. Muddle the sugar cube with the absinthe, creme de mure and water in the cup and fill with crushed ice.
3. Spin a swizzle stick or bar spoon between your hands to mix the drink.
4. Top with more crushed ice and garnish with the remaining mint sprig.

mint sprigs, sugar, absinthe verte, creme, water

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/absinthe-julep-cocktails-2013 (may not work)