Mint Julep Cocktail Recipe

This Mint Julep recipe is so easy! All you need is lemon for a slightly more potent drink (it’s delicious without it, too), plus bourbon, and fresh mint.

by Christina Cherrier

Christina Cherrier

Christina Cherrier is a recipe developer and editor for Eatwell101 since 2011. She specializes in savory recipes, quick dinner options, and holiday menus. She is a professionally trained cook and worked as a consultant in the hospitality industry.

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Ingredients list for the mint julep cocktail

Makes 4 servings

• 2 fresh mint bunches, rinsed
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 4 teaspoons powdered brown sugar
• Crushed ice
• 1 cup (240ml) bourbon
• 4 tablespoons water

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Directions

1. In each of 4 glasses, place 8 mint leaves, lemon, and 1 teaspoon powdered brown sugar. Muddle, gently crushing mint to release essential oils.

2. Add 1/2 cup crushed ice to each glass, then 1/4 cup (60ml) bourbon, and 1 tablespoon water. Stir to blend, and add more sugar if you like. Garnish each glass with sprigs of fresh mint.

Note: Be careful not to crush the mint too much, as it can become bitter.

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Mint Julep Cocktail Recipe

Author: Christina Cherrier  |  Servings: 4 servings

Prep Time: 5 min  |   Cook Time: 0 min

This mint julep cocktail is An easy-drinking aperitif you can put together in a breeze.

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• 2 fresh mint bunches, rinsed
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 4 teaspoons powdered brown sugar
• Crushed ice
• 1 cup (240ml) bourbon
• 4 tablespoons water

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Instructions

1. In each of 4 glasses, place 8 mint leaves, lemon, and 1 teaspoon powdered brown sugar. Muddle, gently crushing mint to release essential oils.
2. Add 1/2 cup crushed ice to each glass, then 1/4 cup (60ml) bourbon, and 1 tablespoon water. Stir to blend, and add more sugar if you like. Garnish each glass with sprigs of fresh mint.

Recipe Notes

• Be careful not to crush the mint too much, as it can become bitter.

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