Frozen Memphis Mint Juleps

• 1 cup bourbon
• 1 cup mint simple syrup (recipe follows)
• 8 cups ice cubes
• Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 bunch fresh mint, leaves bruised
• (makes 1 cup)

1. Pour the bourbon, simple syrup, and ice into a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour into six glasses, and serve icy-cold with a sprig of mint for garnish.
4. Pour the water into a saucepan, and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to a simmer, add the sugar, and stir until it is completely dissolved.
6. Add the mint, turn off heat, and cool completely.
7. Strain before using.

bourbon, mint simple syrup, mint sprigs, water, sugar, fresh mint

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/frozen-memphis-mint-juleps-384027 (may not work)