Classic Mint Juleps Recipe

Name: Classic Mint Juleps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Mint Simple Syrup; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup water; 1 bunch mint leaves; Mint Juleps; 7 ounces bourbon; 2 ounces mint simple syrup; 25 to 30 fresh mint leaves; 1 handful Crushed ice; 1 bunch mint leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

Mint Simple Syrup
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 bunch mint leaves
Mint Juleps
7 ounces bourbon
2 ounces mint simple syrup
25 to 30 fresh mint leaves
1 handful Crushed ice
1 bunch mint leaves, for garnish

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First, make your simple syrup. Place the sugar and water in a small pot, bring to a boil, and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved. Place the bunch of mint leaves in a heatproof bowl or container and pour the syrup over them. Allow the mint leaves to steep in the syrup for at least 1 hour in the fridge (you can let them steep for up to 24 hours). When you're ready, strain the mint leaves from the syrup, discard the leaves, and set the syrup aside.
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Now, make your cocktail. Place 25 to 30 mint leaves in a cocktail shaker and muddle them well to release their oils and aromas. Pour in the 7 ounces of bourbon and 2 ounces of mint syrup, then top with a few ice cubes. Stir, don't shake, then strain the cocktail into two chilled, ice-filled glasses. Top each drink with a good amount of crushed ice (I made my crushed ice by putting regular cubes in a plastic bag, wrapping the bag in a paper towel, and bashing it with a rolling pin. It's basically therapy, after which you are rewarded with a delicious cocktail) and a small bunch of mint leaves.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Mint Simple Syrup, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup water, 1 bunch mint leaves, and more.

Yes, Classic Mint Juleps falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Mint Juleps

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