MINT JULEP

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It wouldn't be Kentucky Derby Day without this mint julep recipe! But, really, this Kentucky Derby mint julep recipe is good anytime. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 cups syrup).

Number Of Ingredients 8

MINT SYRUP:
2 cups sugar
2 cups water
2 cups loosely packed chopped fresh mint
EACH SERVING:
1/2 to 3/4 cup crushed ice
1/2 to 1 ounce bourbon
Mint sprig

Steps:

  • For syrup, combine the sugar, water and chopped mint in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook until sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. , Line a mesh strainer with a double layer of cheesecloth or a coffee filter. Strain syrup; discard mint. Cover and refrigerate syrup for at least 2 hours or until chilled., For each serving, place ice in a metal julep cup or rocks glass. Pour 1/4 cup mint syrup and bourbon into the glass; stir until mixture is well chilled. Garnish with mint sprig.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Hannes Boonzaaier
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I made this mint julep for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's a great drink to serve at a party or on a hot summer day.


Jamie Hughes
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This mint julep is easy to make and it's so refreshing! I love the combination of mint and lime. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.


Joaquin Capote
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I'm not usually a fan of mint juleps, but this one is really good! The mint is subtle and the lime juice adds a nice tartness. It's a very refreshing and flavorful drink.


Kedibone Velerie
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I've made this mint julep several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it. It's the perfect drink to serve at a party or on a hot summer day.


Mohaamad Hridoy
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This mint julep is delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the fresh mint flavor. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.


Anil Rajput
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I made this mint julep for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's a great drink to serve at a party or on a hot summer day.


Nambassa Felisty
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This mint julep is easy to make and it's so refreshing! I love the combination of mint and lime. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.


Shoaib khan Javed iqbal
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I'm not usually a fan of mint juleps, but this one is really good! The mint is subtle and the lime juice adds a nice tartness. It's a very refreshing and flavorful drink.


HUY THAI
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I've made this mint julep several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it. It's the perfect drink to serve at a party or on a hot summer day.


Isis Parker
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This mint julep is delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the fresh mint flavor. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.


Paul Young
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I made this mint julep for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's a great drink to serve at a party or on a hot summer day.


Nephat Murgor
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This mint julep is easy to make and it's so refreshing! I love the combination of mint and lime. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.


Joeh
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I'm not usually a fan of mint juleps, but this one is really good! The mint is subtle and the lime juice adds a nice tartness. It's a very refreshing and flavorful drink.


Kimberly Masuku
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I've made this mint julep several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it. It's the perfect drink to serve at a party or on a hot summer day.


Williams Vanessa
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This mint julep is the perfect summer drink! It's refreshing, minty, and delicious. I love that it's made with fresh mint and lime juice, which gives it a really bright and flavorful taste.


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