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mint-juleps

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Mint Julep

A traditional beverage made famous by the Kentucky Derby. A very popular drink here, similar to a rum mojito. A local bar here serves this up with the addition of a pinch of grated fresh ginger
Posted By: Deirdre K Todd
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Beverages
Cuisine American, Local
Servings 1 Serving.

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • crushed ice
  • 1 1/2 jiggers bourbon
  • pinch ginger, peeled, grated (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In tall beverage glass, muddle mint and sugar (use the end of a wooden spoon).
  • Fill with crushed ice; top with bourbon.
  • Garnish with additional mint leaf.

How To Serve:

  • Serves 1.
Keyword traditional beverage, popular drink, rum mojito, fresh ginger, mint julep
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