Easy Mint Julep
Easy Mint Julep is a refreshing and tasty cocktail for get togethers with friends or to celebrate the derby day! A great party drink to add to your next party or back yard cookout!
Servings: 2
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
for simple syrup
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup boiling water
for Mint Julep
- 4 ounces Bourbon
- 3 ounces simple syrup
- fresh mint leaves
- crushed ice
Instructions
- Prepare simple syrup by mixing sugar and boiling water. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Set aside to cool or refrigerate until cooled.
- Add 3 or 4 fresh mint leaves to each glass and muddle slightly.
- Add crushed ice, 2 ounces Kentucky Bourbon and 1/2 ounces simple syrup, to each glass and stir to combine.
- Garnish with fresh mint.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Sodium: 6mg | Sugar: 69g