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Mint Julep Recipe
5 from 33 votes

Mint Julep Recipe

The Mint Julep is a classic cocktail that mixes bourbon, fresh mint leaves, and simple syrup, creating a refreshing drink chilled with crushed ice. Muddling the mint releases its aroma and flavor, complementing the smoothness of bourbon. This recipe highlights the traditional preparation with optional garnish for an elegant presentation.

Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
1 min
Total Time
2 mins
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 184 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (see note 1)
  • 1 teaspoon water
  • 8 mint see note 2, leaves
  • 2 ounces bourbon (1/4 cup) or more to taste (see note 3)
  • mint for garnish, fresh, sprigs

Instructions

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  1. In a julep cup or tall glass, combine sugar and water and stir to dissolve. Add mint leaves and muddle in the bottom of the glass.
  2. Fill half the glass with ice. Add bourbon and stir to combine. Top with more ice and stir until the glass is frosty. Garnish generously with mint sprigs.

Notes

  • Simple syrup (2 teaspoons) can replace the sugar plus water step for quicker preparation.
  • Spearmint is the traditional mint used for authentic Mint Juleps rather than peppermint.
  • Woodford Reserve bourbon is commonly preferred for its flavor profile in this cocktail, but other bourbons can be used to taste.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 cocktail Calories 184kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 0.3g (1%) Fat 0.1g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.03g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.04g (0%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g (0%) Sodium 8mg (0%) Potassium 130mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 340IU (7%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 26mg (3%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 cocktail

Amount Per Serving

Calories 184

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 cocktail
Calories 184kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 0.3g 1%
Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.03g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.04g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Sodium 8mg 0%
Potassium 130mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin A 340IU 7%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 26mg 3%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

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