The exact history of the Mint Julep is hazy to say the least. Some people say it was a tasty morning beverage for farmers in the south to get their farming on. Others say it was used to cure stomach aches and sore throats. Others content that it was once the cocktail of the elite. After all, the cocktail is typically served in a silver or pewter cup, of which was once considered expensive glassware. Similarly, the recipe calls for…