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[the_super_manho]

I really want a Mint Julep now. It sounds so freakin' tasty.

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[lovinspike247]

I just really want some alcohol, not really picky about what form in comes in (I'm not an alcoholic, really).

[the_super_manho]

Uh-huh. Sure. Whatever you say. :P

[theleapingmuse]

mojito!!!

i want some alcohol, too. it's way too hot not to have something cold and spiked.

[the_super_manho]

Mmmhmm!!! I wonder what kind of mint leaves are good for a Mint Julep. Because, you know, there are several kinds, apparently. Peppermint, spearmint, and uh...well, there are other kinds. lol

[theleapingmuse]

I did not know that. I've heard of Mint Juleps, but never had one. I don't even know what's in 'em.

[the_super_manho]

Basically, crushed ice, bourbon, simple syrup (1 part sugar melted in two parts boiling water), and three mint leaves... You're supposed to put the leaves on the bottom of the mixing glass, then pour one ounce of bourbon (can be replaced wtih rum, gin, brandy, or rye) and um, simple syrup. Then you mash the leaves up...and let the mixture sit for three minutes or so. After that, you gotta strain the mixture into a cocktail glass and top it off with the rest of the bourbon and a sprig of mint leave...and drink it with a short straw. It's a Southern drink reserved for the belles. ;)