Mint Julep Spritzer
For anyone born in the Bluegrass State, the mint julep has a special significance; It's traditionally served on Kentucky Derby Day, the first Saturday in May. This is a Bon Appétit recipe and they added a splash of club soda to make the drink a little lighter and more refreshing.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice
- ⅔ cup sugar
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves packed
- 1 cup bourbon
- 2 10-oz bottles club soda chilled
- 6 cups crushed ice
- 8 fresh mint sprigs
Instructions
- Mix fresh lemon juice, sugar, and fresh mint leaves in small bowl until sugar dissolves; press on mint with back of spoon to crush lightly. Let stand 30 minutes.
- Strain mint and lemon mixture into pitcher. Mix in bourbon, then club soda and ice. Pour into 8 tall glasses.Garnish each drink with mint sprig.