Mint Julep - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. granulated sugar
2 c. water
handful of fresh mint, washed
crushed ice
bourbon (Kentucky)

Preparation

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