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The Magic and Mythology of the Mint Julep

From building bonds between lawmen and lawbreakers to curing babies, the Mint Julep's reputation precedes it. Robert Simonson offers an ode to the mythology of America's most storied drink.

• story: Robert Simonson
• photo: Daniel Krieger

Quoit Punch

This 18th-century punch is named for the flat, heavy rings pitched at posts during afternoon barbecues filled with lawn games and languorous punch drinking.

Mint Julep

When done up properly, the Mint Julep can be a fussy drink—all crushed ice and fancy silver cup—which is exactly why it might be surprising that it packs such a…