Mint Julep Cocktail Recipe - How to Muddle and Mix

Mint Julep Cocktail Recipe - How to Muddle and Mix

Analida Braeger

Here is a classic mint julep recipe I serve for my Kentucky Derby gathering. This cocktail has an interesting history with the silver cup used at the derby I think you'll enjoy along with the drink!

5 from 1 vote

Print Recipe

Prep Time 3

Total Time 3

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Servings serving

Calories 207 kcal

Ingredients

2.5 oz bourbon Woodford Reserve is traditional
½ oz simple syrup
8-10 mint leaves
½ cup crushed ice

For the simple syrup: ( makes a large batch)

1 cup sugar & ½ cup water

Instructions

Rinse mint leaves and place in a cocktail glass. Gently muddle the mint leaves with the simple syrup. Fill the glass with crushed ice, add bourbon and stir. Enjoy!!!
Simple syrup: Mix water and sugar in a microwaveable glass measuring vessel. Microwave on high for about 2 minutes. Remove promptly and stir until dissolved. Allow to cool and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcalCarbohydrates: 11gSodium: 17mgPotassium: 45mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 340IUVitamin C: 2.6mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 0.9mg

Keyword bourbon cocktail, fresh mint, Kentucky derby, muddle, whiskey

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