The only acceptable drink for Derby Day (5.7.2022)! In a Julep cup or rocks glass, lightly muddle the mint leaves in the simple syrup. Add the bourbon then pack the glass tightly with crushed ice. Stir until the cup is frosted on the outside. Top with more crushed ice to form an ice dome, and garnish with a mint sprig and a few drops of bitters (optional).

8 mint leaves

1/4 ounce simple syrup

2 ounces Kentucky bourbon

Garnish: mint sprig

Garnish: Peychaud's bitters (optional)