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2 glasses of mint julep on a striped kitchen towel garnished with mint
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Best Mint Julep Recipe

This refreshing and boozy Old Forester Mint Julep recipe is a quintessential and signature cocktail for the Kentucky Derby, easy to make with only 3 simple ingredients. 
Course beverages
Keyword bourbon, cocktail, derby cocktail, Kentucky Derby, mint julep
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 drink
Calories 189kcal
Author Melissa Coleman

Ingredients

  • 8 mint leaves
  • ¼ ounce simple syrup
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • Mint spring for garnish optional

Instructions

  • In a Julep cup, lightly muddle the mint leaves in the simple syrup.
  • Add in the bourbon and then pack the cup tightly with crushed ice.
  • Stir until the cup is frosted on the outside.
  • Garnish with a mint sprig

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 29mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g