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Mixed Berry Mint Julep
Sip on a Mixed Berry Mint Julep during this year's Kentucky Derby or any time you're craving a refreshing bourbon cocktail!
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 190 kcal
Course:
Cocktails
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
Mint Simple Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 4-5 prigs mint
Mixed Berry Mint Julep
- 1/4 cup berries
- 4 mint leaves
- 1/2 ounce Mint Simple Syrup
- 2 ounces bourbon
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat bring the sugar and water to a boil. Once boiling stir in the mint leaves and reduce the heat to a simmer. Once the sugar has dissolved remove from the heat and cool. Store in the refrigerator for up to a month.
- In a low ball or old fashioned glass add the berries, mint leaves and mint simple syrup. Use a muddler or end of a wooden spoon to mash the berries and release the oils from the mint. Add in the bourbon and either crushed or cubed ice. Stir well and garnish with a sprig of mint and extra berries.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
190kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Sodium
15mg
(1%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Sodium | 15mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.