Mint Julep Recipe
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4.8
Mint Julep Recipe
Description
This Mint Julep Recipe starts by muddling torn fresh mint leaves with simple syrup directly in the serving glass, releasing the mint’s aroma and flavor into the syrup. Adding a generous amount of crushed ice chills the drink thoroughly before a splash of cold water and bourbon are poured in, mellowing and diluting the mixture to a balanced finish. The mint sprig garnish adds visual appeal and reinforces the herbal scent as you sip. Simple syrup made from water and granulated sugar can be prepared in advance and stored refrigerated for up to two weeks, making subsequent juleps quick to assemble.
Ingredients
- 4-5 mint roughly torn, fresh leaves
- 1/2 - 1 oz simple syrup adjust per your tastes, recipe in notes
- ice crushed
- water cold, splash
- 2 oz bourbon
- mint for garnish - optional, sprig, fresh
Instructions
- To bottom of serving glass, add mint leaves and simple syrup. Muddle together with a muddler or handle of a wooden spoon.
- Top with plenty of crushed ice, then pour in splash of cold water, and bourbon.
- Stir, garnish with the sprig of mint, and serve!
Notes
- The simple syrup is made by boiling water and sugar until dissolved, then cooled before use.
- Leftover simple syrup can be refrigerated and used for multiple cocktails over 1-2 weeks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition 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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Overall Rating
4.8
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