Frozen Mint Julep

By davidv

To be prepared in K33917 — Ninja Food and Drink Maker

Ingredients

• Ingredients:
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 20 mint leaves
• 4 cups ice
• 1/2 cup bourbon
• 1 cup minty simple syrup
• 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
• Mint leaves to garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Directions:

To prepare minty simple syrup, place sugar, water, and mint leaves in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Allow to boil for 2-3 minutes to dissolve sugar. Strain the simple syrup and set aside to cool.

In a blender, add ice, bourbon, simple syrup, and lemon. Pulse until smooth and slushy. Pour into a goblet or high ball glass and garnish with mint leaves.

Leftover simple syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for future drinks.