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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 (25g)

Recipe makes 45 servings

The following items or measurements are not included below:

mint syrup

Calories 38
Calories from Fat 0 (0%)
Amount Per Serving %DV
Total Fat 0.0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Potassium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.9g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g 0%
Sugars 8.9g
Protein 0.0g 0%

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Mint Julep - the Real Thing

Recipe #128779 | 1 day | 30 min prep | add private note
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SusieQusie

By: SusieQusie
Jul 6, 2005

Don't be fooled by imposters. This is the authentic julep. Makes you want to wear a white suit & black string tie whilst you sip it from your silver cup. I make this every year for a Derby party & some of the guests like them so much they never remember which horse won the race. Cook time includes chilling time.

SERVES 45 , 3 ounces (change servings and units)

Ingredients

Mint Syrup

Julep

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix the sugar & water in a saucepan. Boil, while stirring, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat & let cool for 15 minutes.
  2. 2
    Bruise 6 mint leaves to release the oil. Place them in a glass pitcher or jar.
  3. 3
    Pour cooled syrup over mint, cap tightly & store in the refrigerator overnight.
  4. 4
    When ready to partake, strain syrup to remove leaves.
  5. 5
    Into your cocktail shaker add bourbon, mint syrup & 1/2 cup ice.
  6. 6
    Shake, shake, shake your julep.
  7. 7
    Pour mixture into a small glass or julep cup.
  8. 8
    Top with a fresh mint leaf.
  9. 9
    Serve with a short straw.

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From: Kim127

On May 13, 2008

Loved the mint syrup, but I realize now that bourbon is not for me. I chose to rate without stars because this is a personal preference only. I am sure this is a wonderful recipe for all you bourbon lovers.

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    From: Bev

    On May 5, 2007

    This Mint Julep receives 5 GLISTENING STARS! It wins my discriminating, hard-to-please husband's Seal of Relaxed and Mellow Approval!! He says, "It should be sipped; add only Mint Syrup as recommended; and SIP! Do Not Gulp!" Thank you, SusieQusie!!

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