tonic
Tonight his drink tasted like branch water, and even his favourite meal gave him no pleasure.
To make the perfect julep, take 2 cups of granulated sugar, 2 cups of water (branch water is ideal), fresh mint, crushed ice, and Kentucky bourbon.
Branch water is best if it has been limestone-filtered, which removes the iron from the water.

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