Kentucky Mint Julep
JC Phelps
The legendary drink of the Kentucky Derby, the Kentucky Mint Julep is a quintessential Kentucky cocktail.
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 224 kcal
- 2.5 oz Kentucky Bourbon
- 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
- 4-5 Mint Leaves more for garnish
- Crushed Ice
In the bottom of a Derby glass, add simple syrup + 4-5 mint leaves. Muddle.
Liberally fill glass with crushed ice.
Add bourbon.
Stir, garnish with mint, and enjoy!
Sodium: 14mgCalcium: 12mgVitamin C: 1mgVitamin A: 170IUSugar: 16gFiber: 1gPotassium: 38mgCalories: 224kcalPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gFat: 1gProtein: 1gCarbohydrates: 16gIron: 1mg
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