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The beautiful thing about shrubs is that there are only two rules: something sweet and something acidic. Typically some variety of sugar does the heavy lifting, but here maple syrup offers a perfect hit of character and complexity. And although the beets maybe seem like an odd or unnecessary addition, they actually keep the sweetness in check with a welcome earthiness, and the shrub makes a fantastic mixer in this riff on a Mint Julep.
In a rocks glass (or julep tin!), muddle the mint sprig. Add the maple beet shrub, the bourbon and a small scoop of crushed ice and stir.
Top with more crushed ice to fill the glass. Garnish with a festive straw and another mint sprig.
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