Blackberry Lime Mint Julep

2 ounces blackberry syrup, doesn't need to be exact, just divide what you made in half to use in each glass
4-5 mint leaves
2 ounces Maker's Mark Bourbon
Crushed ice
Squeeze of lime
Handful of blackberries, for garnish
Mint leaves, for garnish
Lime wedge, for garnish

In a small saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, water and lime and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally while squishing the blackberries with the back of your spoon. Simmer until sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes.
1 cup blackberries | ¾ cup granulated sugar | ¼ cup water | Squeeze of lime
Remove from heat and place a mesh strainer over a small bowl and press the sauce through the strainer. You'll end up with around a tablespoon of jam - set it aside and save it for breakfast!
Let the strained sauce cool completely, at room temperature or in the fridge (to speed it up). If you cool it in the fridge, you'll just need to give it a good stir to loosen it up before you add it to your drinks.

Dividing evenly between two old fashioned glasses, pour your blackberry syrup into the bottom of each glass and top with mint leaves. Gently muddle the mint leaves, being careful not to rip them apart.
2 ounces blackberry syrup | 4-5 mint leaves
Add bourbon and crushed ice, and gently stir to combine. Add a squeeze of lime, a few blackberries, and garnish with mint leaves and a lime wedge.
2 ounces Maker's Mark Bourbon | Crushed ice | Squeeze of lime | Handful of blackberries | Mint leaves | Lime wedge

Dividing evenly between two old fashioned glasses, pour half of your blackberry syrup into the bottom of each glass and top with mint leaves. Gently muddle the mint leaves, being careful not to rip them apart.
2 ounces blackberry syrup | 4-5 mint leaves
In a shaker, combine ice, the other half of your blackberry syrup, and bourbon and shake well to combine.
2 ounces blackberry syrup | Crushed ice | 2 ounces Maker's Mark Bourbon
Divide evenly between your two glasses, add a squeeze of lime, a few blackberries, and garnish with mint leaves and a lime wedge.
Squeeze of lime | Handful of blackberries | Mint leaves | Lime wedge
Enjoy (responsibly)!

Course Drink

Cuisine American