Tarragon Julep

Directions

1. 1
   Make the vanilla sugar: Grind the sugar and vanilla seeds in a blender until powdery (like confectioners' sugar).
2. 2
   Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
3. 3
   Make the drink: Fill a tall glass with ice to chill it.
4. 4
   Muddle the strawberries, 2 teaspoons vanilla sugar and 3 tarragon sprigs in a cocktail shaker.
5. 5
   Add the bourbon and Pernod.
6. 6
   Add ice, then cover and shake well.
7. 7
   Dump the ice out of the glass.
8. 8
   Refill with crushed ice, then strain the drink into the glass.
9. 9
   Crush the remaining tarragon sprig with the flat side of a knife; add to the drink.
10. 10
    Photograph courtesy Charles Masters