How to Make the Mint Julep

And they’re off!  If you are hearing those words, you are definitely sipping a Mint Julep, the drink of choice at the Kentucky Derby. A classic Bourbon Cocktail and so easy with its combination of mint, sugar and Woodford Reserve Bourbon. Just make sure you have the signature silver Julep cup and loads of crushed ice.

Mint Julep

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Immerse yourself in Southern charm with the Mint Julep. This classic cocktail blends the smooth richness of bourbon with fresh mint and sugar—a refreshing Kentucky tradition.

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Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Calories 192 kcal

Equipment

• Bourbon
• Mint Julep Cup
• Muddler
• Bar Spoon
• Cocktail Jigger

Ingredients

  

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• 60 ml bourbon
• 10 ml sugar syrup
• 6-8 mint leaves
• sprig of mint

Instructions

 

• Add the bourbon, simple syrup and mint leaves to your julep cup
• Stir gently so as not to crush the mint leaves, but to finesse them
• Fill the glass with crushed ice and stir again to chill
• Add more ice, so it’s full and serve
• Garnish with a mint sprig

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 255IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg

Keyword mint julep

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