Classic Mint Julep Recipe

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This iconic bourbon mixed drink is popular the first weekend of May during the Kentucky Derby Festival, but with fresh mint, a drop of simple syrup and your favorite bourbon is a drink that can be enjoyed all year long!

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Simple Syrup Bourbon Mint Leaves Crushed ice

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Add mint leaves to the glass and muddle gently to release the essential oils.

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Add the simple syrup, bourbon and crushed ice and stir.

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Top off with another shot of bourbon and garnish with mint. Then enjoy!

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Make sure to muddle gently! You want to just bring out the essential oils in the leaves and have the aroma get into your drink. You don’t want them to be smashed to smithereens.

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Classic Mint Julep Recipe

This iconic bourbon mixed drink is popular the first weekend of May during the Kentucky Derby Festival, but with fresh mint, a drop of simple syrup and your favorite bourbon is a drink that can be enjoyed all year long!

Simple Syrup Bourbon Mint Leaves Crushed ice

Ingredients

Add mint leaves to the glass and muddle gently to release the essential oils.

Step 1

Add the simple syrup, bourbon and crushed ice and stir.

Step 2

Top off with another shot of bourbon and garnish with mint. Then enjoy!

Step 3

Make sure to muddle gently! You want to just bring out the essential oils in the leaves and have the aroma get into your drink. You don’t want them to be smashed to smithereens.

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