Kentucky Derby Mint Julep

Name: Kentucky Derby Mint Julep
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ice (crushed); 1 tablespoon mint simple syrup; 2 ounces bourbon; 1 sprig of mint

The best Mint Julep recipe, straight from the Kentucky Derby! A classic mixed drink everyone will love! This bourbon cocktail is easily made at home and features a delicious mint simple syrup.

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🏷️Mint simple syrup recipe

Total

10 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$11–$18

Recipe Source

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From Julieblanner

Ingredients

ice (crushed)
1 tablespoon mint simple syrup
2 ounces bourbon
1 sprig of mint

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Instructions

1
Fill glass to the brim with crushed ice.
2
Add one tablespoon (or more to your liking) of simple syrup.
3
Add 2 oz bourbon and stir rapidly to frost the outside of the glass.
4
Add 1 sprig of mint. {we liked crushing it down into the glass for more flavor.