Description
The Mint Julep is the classic bourbon cocktail of the Kentucky Derby. It is very easy to make and a sophisticated cocktail to add to your bar menu when entertaining!
Ingredients
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- 6 mint leaves plus sprig for garnish
- 1.5 teaspoons fine sugar (or 1 teaspoon low carb agave syrup)
- splash soda water
- 2.5 ounces Kentucky Bourbon
Instructions
In a cocktail shaker muddle (crush) mint leaves and sugar together until leaves start to break down. Add bourbon and shake well. Strain into a mint julep cup or old-fashioned glass filled with ice. Top with a splash of soda water, stir and garnish with additional mint if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: none
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 199
- Sugar: 6.4 g
- Sodium: 0.3 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6.4 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg