Classic Mint Julep

Classic Mint Julep requires approximately 45 minutes from start to finish. One portion of this dish contains approximately 0g of protein, 0g of fat, and a total of 123 calories. This recipe serves 1 and costs $1.28 per serving. 72 people were impressed by this recipe. It is brought to you by Foodista. A mixture of fresh mint, bourbon, ice, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free, lacto ovo vegetarian, and vegan diet. Taking all factors into account, this recipe earns a spoonacular score of 9%, which is improvable. Try Classic Mint Julep, Classic Mint Julep , My New Favorite Cocktail, and Mint Julep for similar recipes.

Servings: 1

 

Ingredients:

6 sprigs Fresh mint

1 tablespoon Simple syrup

Crushed ice

1 ounce Bourbon

Equipment:

Cooking instruction summary:

In a tall glass, add the mint and simple syrup. With the handle of a spoon, crush and mash the leaves to extract the flavors. Fill the glass with the crushed ice and pour in the bourbon. Using a tea spoon, jiggle the contents to mix and chill. Strain into a julep cup filled with crushed ice. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs.

 

Step by step:


1. In a tall glass, add the mint and simple syrup. With the handle of a spoon, crush and mash the leaves to extract the flavors. Fill the glass with the crushed ice and pour in the bourbon. Using a tea spoon, jiggle the contents to mix and chill.

2. Strain into a julep cup filled with crushed ice.

3. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs.


Nutrition Information:

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123k Calories
0.23g Protein
0.06g Total Fat
15g Carbs
0% Health Score
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Calories
123k
6%

Fat
0.06g
0%

  Saturated Fat
0.01g
0%

Carbohydrates
15g
5%

  Sugar
14g
16%

Cholesterol
0.0mg
0%

Sodium
16mg
1%

Alcohol
9g
53%

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Protein
0.23g
0%

Iron
1mg
6%

Vitamin A
254IU
5%

Manganese
0.08mg
4%

Vitamin C
1mg
2%

Vitamin B1
0.03mg
2%

Copper
0.04mg
2%

Fiber
0.48g
2%

Calcium
18mg
2%

Magnesium
7mg
2%

Vitamin B2
0.03mg
2%

Folate
6µg
2%

Potassium
47mg
1%

covered percent of daily need
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