May Cocktail Recipe: Mint Julep

It may be Cinco de Mayo today, but we just released our new equestrian collection and with the Kentucky Derby just a few days away, we have Mint Juleps on the mind. So grab your fanciest hat and get ready to mix up this drink for your own Derby Day party!

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Ingredients:

• 1 oz minted simple syrup
• 2 cups crushed ice
• 2 oz bourbon
• 1 fresh mint sprig, for garnish

Directions:

• To a julep cup, add minted simple syrup, then 1 cup of crushed ice, bourbon and a splash of water.
• Add enough of remaining ice to almost fill glass
• Stir well and garnish with mint sprig.