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Mint Juleps

Apr 23, 2018 · Modified: May 7, 2021 by Lauren Pacek · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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These Mint Juleps are perfect for Derby Day. Or any other hot day, for that matter.

Mint Juleps are super easy to make, too. Just muddle some mint leaves with simple syrup, pour in some bourbon, and top with lots of crushed ice. Garnish with another sprig of mint for the minty aroma and because it makes the drink look classy AF. I used chocolate mint because that's what I have growing on my back deck.

Need drinks for the rest of the Triple Crown? Try my Belmont Jewel and Black Eyed Susan recipes!

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  • 🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe
  • 💭 What is a Mint Julep?
  • 📝 Ingredients
  • 👩🏻‍🍳 How to make a Mint Julep
  • 🔗 More bourbon cocktails
  • ❓ FAQs
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🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe

It's a classic. This is a classic for a reason, too.
It's easy to make. Though it looks fancy, it's so easy to make.
It requires few ingredients. Bourbon and mint simple syrup? Sign me up!

💭 What is a Mint Julep?

A Mint Julep is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby!

According to the Kentucky Derby's website, nearly 120,000 mint juleps are served during the course of the 2 day celebration. And it's easy to see why. They're delicious, sweet, and very refreshing.

But brace yourselves: they're basically all bourbon. (not that I'm complaining)

📝 Ingredients

  • Mint simple syrup: It's so easy to make your own at home.
  • Bourbon: Use your favorite!
  • Fresh mint: You don't want to forget the fresh mint garnish.

👩🏻‍🍳 How to make a Mint Julep

I really like this recipe, but it's worth acknowledging that there is no single accepted Mint Julep recipe. Many variations exist.

One thing that is agreed upon, though, is that they should be served in Julep Cups. The ones that I used in these pictures are not exactly traditional, but I think they qualify.

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❓ FAQs

What kind of bourbon should I use?

Use your favorite!

What if I don't have mint simple syrup?

You can muddle fresh mint leaves into some plain simple syrup, if needed.

Do I need to use a Julep cup?

You don't have to, but I recommend it!

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Mint Juleps

Lauren Pacek
These Mint Juleps are perfect for Derby Day. Or any other hot day, for that matter.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 2 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Inactive Time 0 minutes mins
Total Time 2 minutes mins
Course Cocktails
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 189 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail jigger
  • Julep cups

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ ounce mint simple syrup see notes
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • sprig of fresh mint for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Add the mint simple syrup to the bottom of your glass.
  • Add the bourbon and stir
  • Top with lots of crushed ice, mounding it over on the top
  • Add the spring of mint for garnish

Notes

  • Use your favorite bourbon here
  • If you don't have mint simple syrup, you can muddle some mint leaves into a plain simple syrup

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 189kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSodium: 29mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

Disclaimer: Nutritional information is a generated estimate and is not guaranteed to be accurate.

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  1. Tori

    April 28, 2018 at 10:01 am

    this looks delicious, cant wait to make it - but most importantly those cups are gorgeous, where did you get them?

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    • laurenpacek

      April 28, 2018 at 10:26 pm

      Thanks, Tori! I picked them up at At Home (https://www.athome.com/).

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