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AGAVE JULEP



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This drink looks like a mojito. I made it and for me it's too tart. DH liked it. But another time I may add more sugar syrup. Feel free to adjust. This is from 501 Must-Drink Cocktails.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Beverages

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 torn mint leaves
1 tablespoon sugar syrup (it's very tart, so you may add more)
1 1/4 ounces gold tequila
1 1/4 ounces fresh lime juice
lime wedge, to decorate
mint sprig, to decorate

Steps:

  • Muddle the mint leaves with the sugar syrup in a highball glass. Add the tequila and lime juice, fill the glass with crushed ice, and stir vigorously to mix. Decorate with a lime wedge and a mint sprig.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 9.9, Sodium 0.9, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.7, Protein 0.2

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.

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