Blackberry Mint Julep

• Produce

  • 2 6-ounce containers Blackberries
  • 1 Blackberries and mint, leaves
  • 1 oz Blackberry puree
  • 4 Mint, small

• Condiments

  • 1/2 oz Simple syrup

• Beer, Wine & Liquor

  • 2 1/2 oz Maker's mark bourbon

• Liquids

  • 1 tbsp Water

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Ingredients

• 2 6-ounce containers of blackberries
• 1-2 Tablespoons of water
• 1/2 ounce simple syrup
• 4-5 small mint leaves (or 2 large, torn)
• 2 1/2 ounces Makers Mark Bourbon
• 1 ounce blackberry puree
• blackberries and mint leaves for garnish

Directions

• Make the Blackberry Puree Place blackberries and water in a high powered blender and blend until smooth. Pass through a fine mesh sieve using the back of a spoon to coax the mixture through the holes. Discard seeds and pulp. Make Blackberry Mint Julep Place simple syrup and mint leaves in the bottom of a julep glass or double old fashioned glass. Muddle gently to release the oils of the mint, but do not shred the leaves. Add Makers Mark and blackberry puree. Stir gently to combine. Fill glass with crushed ice and stir until sides of glass are nice and frosty. Top with more crushed ice and garnish with a mint leaf and a few blackberries. Serve!