Drinks Recipes

Minty Magic in a Glass

In this easy mint julep recipe, the whiskey varies by state: Kentucky uses bourbon, Georgia favors peach brandy, and Maryland loves rye. Take your pick!

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
1

Ingredients

  • ¼cupwater

  • 1teaspoonwhite sugar

  • 5fresh mint leaves, or to taste

  • 1(1.5 fluid ounce) jiggerbourbon, or more to taste

  • 4ice cubes, or as desired

Cooking Directions

  1. Place a tall glass in the freezer until frosted.

  2. Mix water and sugar together in the frosted glass until sugar is dissolved. Twist mint leaves to release the scent and flavor from each leaf; add to glass. Fill the glass 1/4-full with bourbon; add ice. Garnish the glass with mint leaf.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe1
Calories121
% Daily Value *
Sodium
5mg 		0%
Total Carbohydrate
4g 		2%
Total Sugars
4g
Vitamin C
0mg 		1%
Calcium
5mg 		0%
Potassium
3mg 		0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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