Frozen Watermelon Mint Julep
Mint juleps in and of themselves are refreshing and I enjoy them year-round, not just for Derby season. There’s just something about that icy cold julep cup that makes them perfect for a steamy hot summer day. Adding the watermelon was just a bonus because watermelon is pure perfection in the summer and added a curious twist to that classic cocktail.
INGREDIENTS
2 cups frozen watermelon
1/2 cup Kentucky bourbon
1/4 cup Mint Simple Syrup
1/4 -1/2 cup ice
DIRECTIONS
To make Mint Simple Syrup, combine 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, boil the heat, and allow the sugar to dissolve. Remove from heat and pour syrup through a strainer to remove mint into a glass measuring cup.
Combine all the ingredients in a blender until smooth.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Makes 2-3 cocktails
