Simple Mint Julep

This easy mint julep recipe combines mint, bourbon, and sugar. It's quick and easy to prepare this classic cocktail for the Kentucky derby or any party.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 121 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 4 ice cubes, or as desired
• 5 fresh mint leaves, or to taste
• 1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger bourbon, or more to taste
• 0.25 cup water

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place a tall glass in the freezer until frosted.

Step 2

Stir water and sugar together in the prepared glass until sugar dissolved. Twist each mint leaf to release the scent and flavor; add to the glass. Pour bourbon into the glass, it should be about 1/4 full. Add ice and stir; garnish with a mint leaf.