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Mint Julep

Grab your best bottle of bourbon, some fresh mint, and whip up a tasty Mint Julep! Served at Kentucky Derby parties, but equally refreshing all year long!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 348 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 15-20 mint leaves plus more for garnish
  • 1 ounce simple syrup or sugar or agave
  • 3 ounces high-quality bourbon whiskey
  • crushed ice
  • lemon peel for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Place the mint and simple syrup (or alternative sweetener) in a julep cup or highball glass. Muddle gently to bruise the mint leaves. 
  2. Add the bourbon, then fill the cup completely with crushed ice. Stir well with a cocktail spoon until the glass is frosty.
  3. Top with more crushed ice to form an ice dome. Garnish with mint & a lemon peel or wedge.

Nutrition Information

Calories 348kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Sodium 22mg (1%) Potassium 85mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 20g (40%) Vitamin A 635IU (13%) Vitamin C 4.8mg (5%) Calcium 36mg (4%) Iron 1.8mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cocktail

Amount Per Serving

Calories 348

% Daily Value*

Calories 348kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Sodium 22mg 1%
Potassium 85mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 20g 40%
Vitamin A 635IU 13%
Vitamin C 4.8mg 5%
Calcium 36mg 4%
Iron 1.8mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.