The Kentucky Derby wouldn't be complete without three things; fast horses, fancy hats, and serious bourbon cocktails. The Mint Julep being the signature libation of the party. But, I wanted to take it a step further and turn this one-hit-wonder into a seasonal favorite.
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Ingredients
For the Mint Simple Syrup
1cupSugar
1cupWater
5sprigs Fresh Mint
For the Lemon Mint Julep
Crushed Ice
Mint Simple Syrup
32ozBourbon
48ozLemonade
Fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
Make the Mint Simple Syrup
In a heavy bottom pot, add the sugar and water.
Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring slowly, until the sugar is dissolved.
Strain into a mason jar and add the mint. Cool.
Once cool, about 1 hour, strain the mint and allow to sit, sealed until ready to use.
To Make a Single Lemon Mint Julep
Add crushed ice to julep cups
Pour in 1 teas mint simple syrup
Top with 2 oz bourbon
Add 3 oz Lemonade
Top off with more crushed ice
Garnish with fresh mint
To Make Lemon Mint Julep by the Pitcher
Add 1/2 cup mint simple syrup to a pitcher.
Stir in 4 cups bourbon to combine
Top off with 6 cups lemonade
Store until ready to serve.
When ready to serve, have cups near a bin of crushed ice with a scoop
Scoop crushed ice into glasses and top with the pre-made mix.
Garnish with mint and a fancy hat
Video
Notes
Feeling bold, make this a bourbon Arnold Palmer Cocktail by adding some iced tea.