Sunday Edition #54: Peppermint Julep

Julep Mocktail: If you are avoiding alcohol but still want to enjoy a mint julep, add 2 ounces of black tea instead of bourbon or 2 ounces of ginger ale.

Prep Time 10 minutes | Cook Time 5 minutes | Total Time 15 minutes | Servings: 1

 Ingredients

6 mint leaves + extra for garnish

2 tbsp coconut sugar

1/4 cup filtered water

1 tablespoon of Mindfulness + Expression Loose Tea Blend

2 oz. bourbon

Crushed ice

Instructions

Heat water to a boil and steep the tea for at least 5 minutes. Add coconut sugar while still warm and stir in. Pour into a small jar and refrigerate until chilled.

Add mint leaves to a pint glass or martini shaker. Muddle. Add mint tea and bourbon. Stir. Strain over crushed ice and garnish with additional fresh mint.