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Mint Julep

Mint Julep Recipe

Mint Julep is a refreshing cocktail made with bourbon, simple syrup and mint, traditionally served at the Kentucky Derby.
Servings: 2 cocktails
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces bourbon
  • 2 ounces simple syrup
  • 12 mint leaves, plus two for garnish
  • crushed ice

Instructions

  • Begin by making the simple syrup. Add one cup granulated sugar and one cup water to a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer and stir until sugar is dissolved completely, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat, strain and allow to cool.
  • Gently muddle 12 mint leaves in a cocktail shaker. Add the bourbon and simple syrup. Shake to combine.
  • Divide mixture between two highball glasses filled with crushed ice. Garnish with a mint leaf and a straw, if desired. Recipes makes 2 cocktails.
    Mint Julep

Equipment

  • 2 cocktail glasses
  • 1 cocktail strainer, if desired
  • 1 muddler

Notes

Tip for making the Best Mint Julep
  1. Use the freshest mint you can find. The leaves should be bright green and fragrant.
  2. Strain the mixture through a cocktail strainer before adding it to the glasses, if you want to remove the mint leaves.
  3. Be sure to use plenty of crushed ice to keep the cocktails cold.

Nutrition

Calories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 19mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 255IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg