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JUICY JULEP (VIRGIN MINT JULEP)



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Make and share this Juicy Julep (Virgin Mint Julep) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Beverages

Time 3m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ounce lime juice (or juice of 1/2 lime)
1 ounce orange juice
1 ounce pineapple juice
1/2 ounce raspberry flavored syrup
club soda, to fill glass
4 crushed mint leaves

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except club soda in a shaker half filled with ice. Shake well.
  • Strain into collins glass. Add club soda and stir gently.
  • Garnish with a sprig of mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.9, Fat 0.1, Sodium 1.5, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 5.9, Protein 0.4

VIRGIN MINT JULEP



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I came across this recipe in a newspaper several years ago. Its refreshing and great for those who wish to abstain from alcohol yet join in the festivities, at Kentucky Derby parties, or anytime.

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories     Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large bunch fresh mint leaves, about 10 stems
1 bottle ginger ale (1 quart or 1 liter, they are approximately the same)
1 c fresh lemon juice or real lemon brand juice
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c water
crushed ice

Steps:

  • 1. Rinse mint leaves and remove any thick stems. Set aside. Put ginger ale in refrigerator to chill. Mix lemon juice, sugar and water in a small saucepan. Heat and stir until sugar is dissolved. Chill.
  • 2. Pour chilled lemon juice mixture over mint leaves and refrigerate for 30 -60 minutes. In a large pitcher mix lemon juice-mint mixture, ginger ale, and ice. Stir vigorously until pitcher is frosted and serve.

ALCOHOL-FREE MINT JULEP



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An alcohol FREE mint julep for you non-drinkers out there.... now you don't have to drink water and can enjoy the classic mint julep with a slight twist while watching the Kentucky Derby!

Provided by SHOWP0NIE

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Mocktail Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup water
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
2 cups crushed ice
½ cup prepared lemonade
Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar and 1 tablespoon of chopped mint. Stir and bring to a boil. Cook until sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat and set aside to cool. After about an hour, strain out mint leaves.
  • Fill 2 cups or frozen goblets with crushed ice. Pour 1/2 of the lemonade into each glass and top with a splash of the sugar syrup. Garnish each with a mint sprig and a straw. Serve on a silver platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 3.4 mg, Sugar 31.2 g

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