Post by JJ Judkins on Jun 21, 2009 19:40:44 GMT -6
* Exported from MasterCook *
Blackberry-Bourbon Mint Juleps
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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Alcahol Beverage
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pint fresh blackberries -- rinsed and dried
1/2 cup superfine sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large bunch mint
Crushed ice
1 cup bourbon
Seltzer -- chilled
1. In a small bowl, mash together the blackberries, sugar and vanilla
and let sit at room temperature until juicy, about 20 minutes. Strain
the mixture through a sieve into a bowl, pressing against the solids
with a rubber spatula; discard the seeds.
2. For each drink, place about 3 tablespoons of the blackberry syrup and
8 mint leaves into a cocktail glass and muddle together using the handle
of a wooden spoon. Fill with crushed ice, 1/4 cup bourbon and a splash
of seltzer. Garnish with a mint sprig.
Bobby Flay
MAKES 4 DRINKS
Debbie in KY
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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 140 Calories; trace Fat (10.0% calories from fat); trace Protein; trace Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 1mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Vegetable.
Nutr. Assoc. : 0 0 0 0 0 0 0