Prosecco and Scotch Whiskey Julep

• Ice
• 1 cup Mint Simple Syrup, recipe follows
• 1 cup single malt Scotch whiskey, such as Glenfiddich
• 5 fresh mint sprigs, plus extra for garnish
• 2 cups prosecco, chilled
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 packed cup packed fresh mint leaves

1. In an ice-filled pitcher, mix together the Mint Simple Syrup, whiskey and 5 mint sprigs.
2. Slowly pour in the prosecco and mix.
3. Pour into glasses and garnish with mint sprigs
4. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, 1/2 cup water and mint leaves over medium heat.
5. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool for 20 minutes.
7. Strain before using.
8. Yield: 1 cup.

simple syrup, scotch whiskey, mint sprigs, prosecco, sugar, mint

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/prosecco-and-scotch-whiskey-julep-recipe.html (may not work)