Mint Julep - the Real Thing

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4 servings

5.0/5 (5 reviews)

Don't be fooled by imposters. This is the authentic julep. Makes you want to wear a white suit & black string tie whilst you sip it from your silver cup. I make this every year for a Derby party & some of the guests like them so much they never remember which horse won the race._x000D_ _x000D_ Cook time includes chilling time.

Ingredients

Instructions

Mix the sugar & water in a saucepan. Boil, while stirring, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat & let cool for 15 minutes.
Bruise 6 mint leaves to release the oil. Place them in a glass pitcher or jar.
Pour cooled syrup over mint, cap tightly & store in the refrigerator overnight.
When ready to partake, strain syrup to remove leaves.
Into your cocktail shaker add bourbon, mint syrup & 1/2 cup ice.
Shake, shake, shake your julep.
Pour mixture into a small glass or julep cup.
Top with a fresh mint leaf.
Serve with a short straw.

Prep: 30 mins

Cook: N/A

Total: N/A

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Amount Per Serving
Calories 428.1
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.0g	0%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.0g	36%
	Dietary Fiber 0.0g	0%
	Sugars 99.8g
Protein 0.0g

Amount Per Serving

Calories 428.1

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0.0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Total Carbohydrate 100.0g

36%

Dietary Fiber 0.0g

Sugars 99.8g

Protein 0.0g