Ingredients
2 servings
- •3 whole vanilla beans
- •½ cup water
- •½ cup sugar
- •⅓ cup torn mint leaves
- •1 handful fresh mint leaf
- •3 oz Crown Royal Vanilla
- •¼ cup vanilla mint simple syrup
- •2 tablespoons lime juice
- •fresh mint sprig, for garnish
Instructions
- Vanilla Mint Simple Syrup:
- Slice vanilla bean down the center and scrape out the black seeds.
- Add seeds and husks to small sauce pot.
- Add water, sugar, and torn mint leaves. Bring to a light simmer, whisking occasionally.
- Let simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool. Strain syrup.
- Julep:
- Place mint leaves in a cocktail shaker. Crush leaves with a muddler.
- Add Crown Royal Vanilla, simple syrup, lime juice, and a handful of ice cubes. Shake well.
- Strain into two highball glasses filled with crushed ice. Garnish with mint sprigs.
- Enjoy!
Nutritional Facts
Per 2 servings
- Calories: 251
- Carbohydrate: 48g
- Fat: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Sugar: 46g