The Kentucky Derby might be the most exciting two minutes in sports, but this is one cocktail we’re going to sip and savor.🐎 Ingredients: -24 fresh mint leaves -4 tsp. powdered sugar -4 tsp. water -12 oz. bourbon -Crushed ice -Fresh mint sprigs, to garnish Directions 1. Chill cups: Place 4 glasses or julep cups in freezer; chill 15 minutes. 2. Press mint leaves: Place 6 mint leaves in a serving glass. Gently press leaves against glass with back of spoon to release flavors. Add 1 tsp. powdered sugar and 1 tsp. water, stirring gently until sugar is dissolved. 3. Add ice and bourbon: Pack glass tightly with crushed ice, filling glass two-thirds full. Pour 2 oz. bourbon over ice; stir briskly. 4. Add remaining ice and bourbon, and repeat with other cups: Add additional crushed ice to fill glass. Add 1 oz. bourbon. Repeat procedure with remaining ingredients to make 3 additional drinks. Garnish, if desired. #kentuckyderby #kentucky #mintjulep #southernrecipes