Mint Julep

Directions

1. 1
   Bring sugar and water to a rolling boil.
2. 2
   Cool and refrigerate in a jar with a lid.
3. 3
   Take a sprig of mint; place in bottom of the julep cup.
4. 4
   Add crushed ice to the top of the glass and bruise mint leaves.
5. 5
   Pour in simple syrup, leaving room to add 1 or more ounces of bourbon.
6. 6
   Garnish with a sprig of mint and a straw.