Mint Julep Recipe

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4.8

90 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • chilling time

    1 hr

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    1 drink

  • Calories

    133 kcal

  • Course

    Drinks

  • Cuisine

    American

Mint Julep Recipe

Perfect for Derby Day or any other warm day, this cool and refreshing mint julep recipe is made with crushed ice, Kentucky bourbon and fresh mint.

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Ingredients

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  • 4-5 fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
  • 1/2 - 1 oz simple syrup (recipe below in recipe notes) adjust per your tastes
  • crushed ice
  • splash of cold water
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • Sprig of Fresh Mint (for garnish - optional)
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Instructions

  1. To bottom of serving glass, add mint leaves and simple syrup.  Muddle together with a muddler or handle of a wooden spoon.  
  2. Top with plenty of crushed ice, then pour in splash of cold water, and bourbon.  
  3. Stir, garnish with the sprig of mint, and serve!

Notes

  • Simple Syrup Recipe
  • Simple Syrup Recipe
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Add water and sugar to small saucepan.  Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves, boiling about 2 minutes.  Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  • ** makes more than needed for this recipe, but leftovers can be kept refrigerated 1-2 weeks **

Nutrition Information

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Calories 133kcal (7%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Vitamin A 170IU (3%) Vitamin C 1.2mg (1%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1drink

Amount Per Serving

Calories 133 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 133kcal 7%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Vitamin A 170IU 3%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 1%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

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

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