Mint Julep

The Mint Julep is an iconic bourbon cocktail you don’t want to miss. Drinks that are this popular can sometimes seem difficult to make, but this recipe is incredibly easy and only requires a few ingredients.

3 ingredients in this cocktail make it super easy to prepare, it does not require too many bar utensils. Let’s get it ready!

What is in a Mint Julep?

A mint julep is a cocktail made from a mix of Bourbon, mint leaves, and sugar. Simple and classic. 

When it’s derby season this cocktail is one of the most popular cocktails, for 3 simple reasons:

1.- Bourbon is made in Kentucky

2.- it’s refreshing

3.- it’s easy for bartenders to prepare, so it’s perfect for betting on the horses

Mint Julep Recipe

• Bourbon.
• Fresh mint.
• Sugar.
• Ice  

Ingredients

• 2 ounces of Bourbon whiskey
• 4 to mint springs, leaves only
• ½ ounce simple syrup or 2 sugar cubes
• Mint sprig, for garnish

This is a very popular, easy cocktail and you can prepare it for any occasion with 3 simple ingredients you can delight your guests!

How to Make a Mint Julep?

1. Gather the ingredients.
2. Place the mint leaves, sugar, or simple syrup into a julep cup, Collins glass, or double old-fashioned glass.
3. Muddle well to dissolve the sugar and release the oil and aroma of the mint.
4. Add the bourbon.
5. Fill the glass with crushed ice and stir well until the glass becomes frosty.
6. Garnish with a mint sprig. Serve with a straw and enjoy

“The Mint Julep is one of the great all-time cocktails. Stiff and thirst-quenching, there’s nothing quite like it on a hot day.

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Mint Julep

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The Mint Julep is an iconic bourbon cocktail you don’t want to miss. Drinks that are this popular can sometimes seem difficult to make, but this recipe is incredibly easy and only requires a few ingredients.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 ½ ounces of Bourbon whiskey
• 4 to mint springs, leaves only
• ½ ounce simple syrup or 2 sugar cubes
• Mint sprig, for garnish

Instructions

1. Gather the ingredients.
2. Place the mint leaves, sugar, or simple syrup into a julep cup, Collins glass, or double old-fashioned glass.
3. Muddle well to dissolve the sugar and release the oil and aroma of the mint.
4. Add the bourbon.
5. Fill the glass with crushed ice and stir well until the glass becomes frosty.
6. Garnish with a mint sprig. Serve with a straw and enjoy

Notes

"The Mint Julep is one of the great all-time cocktails. Stiff and thirst-quenching, there's nothing quite like it on a hot day.

Nutrition Information

Yield

1

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 243Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 5mgCarbohydrates 21gFiber 0gSugar 17gProtein 0g

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