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Derby Mint Julep
Ingredients
- Bourbon to fill (about 1/3 cup)
- 3 sprigs fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup
- 1/2 cup shaved or crushed ice
Don't skimp on buying great bourbon for this drink. Since most of the drink is bourbon, you'll want to sip on the best the Bluegrass State has to offer.
Why Try? Fresh mint infuses quality Kentucky bourbon to refresh and relax you any summer day, but on Derby Day…absolutely perfect.
Foodie Byte: Don’t skimp on buying great bourbon for this drink. Since most of the drink is bourbon, you’ll want to sip on the best the Bluegrass State has to offer.
Preparation
- Tear up 2 sprigs mint and drop in a chilled glass. With the back of a spoon, bruise the mint well in the bottom of the glass.
- Stir in simple syrup, add ice, and fill with bourbon. Stir well and top with another sprig of mint. Serve. (See "Additional Info" for Simple Syrup recipe.)
Nutritional Information
Calories 250, Carbohydrates 14g, Fat 0.06g, Fat Calories 0.54, Fiber 0.51g, Protein 0.24g, Saturated Fat 0.02g, Sodium 3mg. Daily Values: Calcium 15.68mg 2%, Phos 7.34mg 1%, Copper 0.04mg 2%, Zinc 0.1mg 1%, Panto 0.02mg 0%, Magnesium 5.12mg 1%, Iron 0.36mg 2%, Vitamin B6 1%, Vitamin C 3%, Vitamin A 5%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.