Alcohol-Free Mint Julep

A non-alcoholic mint julep made with fresh mint leaves, lemonade, and crushed ice so non-drinkers can still enjoy the flavor of a classic mint julep.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 122 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 cups crushed ice
• Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
• 0.25 cup water
• 0.25 cup white sugar
• 0.5 cup prepared lemonade

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine water, sugar, and 1 tablespoon of chopped mint in a small saucepan; cook and stir until mixture has boiled and sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside to cool for about an hour; strain out mint leaves.

Step 2

Fill 2 cups or frozen goblets with crushed ice. Pour 1/2 of the lemonade into each glass and top with a splash of cooled sugar syrup. Garnish each with a mint sprig and a straw. Serve on a silver platter.