MINT JULEP COCKTAIL

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The Mint Julep deserves to be enjoyed all summer long, so do yourself a favor and try this refreshing classic cocktail before and after the Kentucky Derby.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Whiskey Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 mint leaves
1 teaspoon simple syrup
2 ½ fluid ounces bourbon whiskey
crushed ice, divided
1 sprig fresh mint for garnish

Steps:

  • Chill a julep cup in the freezer for about 5 minutes.
  • Place mint leaves and simple syrup in the chilled julep cup; mash well with a cocktail muddler. Pour in bourbon and 1/2 cup crushed ice. Stir until chilled and top with remaining 1/2 cup ice.
  • Garnish with fresh mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 8.3 mg

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