Pitcher of Juleps

RECIPE: Reprinted with permission from Porch Parties: Cocktail Recipes and Easy Ideas for Outdoor Entertaining by Denise Gee

Photo: Robert Peacock

May 03, 2012

Streamline the Mint Julep-making with this super-simple punch recipe.

Hosting a Derby Day party? Streamline the Mint Julep-making with this super-simple punch.

Ingredients

2 cups bourbon
2 cups water
2/3 cup sugar
3 cups loosely packed mint leaves
Ice cubes or crushed ice

Tools:strainer, pitcher
Glass:julep or Old Fashioned
Garnish:fresh mint sprig

Preparation

Combine the water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat; stir until the sugar dissolves. Add the mint and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, cover and steep for at least 30 minutes. Strain liquid into a pitcher and cool. Add the bourbon, refrigerate until cold and serve over ice with a fresh mint garnish.