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Imperial Sugar
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Tangy Mint Julep Smoothie

Tangy Mint Julep Smoothie

Ingredients

    Directions

    1. In a sauce pan combine sugar and water. Whisk until sugar is dissolved and simmer 5 minutes forming a simple syrup. Remove from heat.
    2. Add crushed mint leaves and let steep for 20 minutes. Strain out the mint leaves. Let cool.
    3. In a blender combine 1/2 cup pink grapefruit juice, 1/2 cup unsweetened plain yogurt, 1 oz of your favorite Kentucky bourbon, and 1/4 cup mint syrup.
    4. Add crushed ice and blend to your desired consistency.
    5. Best served in a chilled julep cup with a sprig of mint.
    6. Store extra mint syrup in a closed glass jar.