"Top Shelf" Julep

SERVINGS: Makes 1 Drink

"There are so many great mass-produced liquors available today," says John Coltharp. He uses one of them, Old Grand-Dad 114 bourbon, in this julep. "It's inexpensive and packed with flavor."

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10 mint leaves, plus 2 mint sprigs for garnish
3/4 ounce Simple Syrup
1 1/2 ounces overproof bourbon
3/4 ounce peach eau-de-vie
Crushed ice
1/2 ounce aged pot still rum

In a highball glass, muddle the mint leaves with the Simple Syrup, then add the bourbon and eau-de-vie. Add crushed ice and stir, then add more crushed ice to fill the glass. Top with the rum and arrange the mint sprigs in the center of the drink.

"Top Shelf" Julep

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