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Ingredients
Ginger-Mint Syrup
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1 1/4 cups sugar
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1 1/4 cups water
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1/4 pound fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
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1 (3-inch) piece orange peel
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1/4 cup lightly packed mint leaves
Cocktail
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1 1/2 ounces bourbon
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1 1/2 ounces fresh orange juice
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1 tablespoon Ginger-Mint Syrup
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Crushed ice, for garnish
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Mint sprig, for garnish
Directions
Make the Syrup
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In a small saucepan, bring the sugar and water to a boil; simmer until the sugar is dissolved, 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the ginger, orange peel, and mint. Let the syrup cool completely, 1 hour; strain through a fine sieve before using.
Make the Cocktail
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In a chilled julep cup or glass, combine the bourbon with the orange juice and Ginger-Mint Syrup and stir well. Fill the cup with crushed ice and mix, spinning with a swizzle stick or bar spoon. Top with additional crushed ice and garnish with the mint sprig.
Make Ahead
The Ginger-Mint Syrup can be refrigerated for up to 1 month.