Sous Vide Mint Julep Recipe

For the Sous Vide Mint Syrup

1. Combine the sugar and water in a blender and blend for 1-2 minutes until the sugar is dissolved.

2. Slap the mint to begin releasing its oils.

3. Combine the mint and simple syrup in a vacuum bag and seal.

4. Cook at 134.6°F (57°C) for 20 minutes. Chill completely in an ice bath.

5. Strain the syrup and reserve in the fridge.

For the Sous Vide Mint Julep

1. Combine the Bourbon, mint syrup, and bitters in julep cup. Swizzle for 5 seconds.

2. Layer with crushed ice, swizzling after each ice addition.

3. Before the last layer of ice, slap your mint garnish and place it in the drink.

4. Top off with a healthy "snow-cone" of ice. Insert a straw near the mint so you can smell it as you drink from the straw.