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Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups bourbon or corn whiskey (such as Uncle Nearest)
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2 black tea bags or 2 teaspoons loose black tea
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1/2 cup Oleo Saccharum (citrus oil)
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1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, plus mint sprigs, for garnish
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Crushed ice
Directions
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Combine bourbon and tea bags in a 1-quart mason jar. Let steep 15 minutes. Discard tea bags (or strain mixture, if using loose tea), and return infused bourbon to jar. Add oleo saccharum, mint leaves, and 1 cup ice; cover tightly with lid. Shake vigorously until chilled. Fill 6 chilled mint julep cups with crushed ice; strain mixture into prepared cups. Garnish with mint sprigs.
Make Ahead
Bourbon can be infused up to 1 month ahead and kept in a covered container at room temperature.