Orange Beet Mint Julep

Ingredients

Yields 1

For the Cocktail:

• 3 oz. Natalie's Orange Beet Juice
• 1 tbsp. Mint simple syrup*
• 1-2 oz. Bourbon (optional)
• Club soda
• Fresh mint for garnish
• Orange slice for garnish

*For Mint Simple Syrup:

• 1 cup Water
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup Fresh mint leaves

Directions

1. Fill a 12 oz. glass (approximate) or mint julep cup with crushed ice.
2. Add orange beet juice and mint simple syrup*. Add bourbon if desired. Top with club soda. Stir to combine.
3. Garnish with mint leaves and/or an orange slice.

*Mint Simple Syrup:

1. In a small saucepan combine water sugar & mint.
2. Bring mixture to a boil & stir to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat.
3. Let syrup steep for 15 minutes then strain it into a bottle or jar.
4. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use or for up to 2 weeks.