Mint Julep

Mint Julep

This mint julep is made with a refreshingly minty simple syrup and Kentucky bourbon. Serve in chilled goblets with a sprig of mint for a classic cocktail.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
473 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Make the simple syrup: Bring water, sugar, and chopped mint to a boil over high heat in a small saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar is completely dissolved, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 1 hour. Pour syrup through a strainer to remove mint leaves.
Step 2
Make the cocktails: Fill eight glasses with crushed ice; pour 4 ounces bourbon and 1/4 cup mint syrup into each cup. (Add extra syrup for anyone with a sweet tooth.) Top each drink with a mint sprig.
Mint Julep
Mint Julep
Mint Julep
Mint Julep

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 8 sprigs fresh mint for garnish
  • 32 fluid ounces Kentucky bourbon
  • 0.5 cup roughly chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 8 cups crushed ice, or as needed

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