Simple Recipes for Every Day
Mint Julep
![homemade mint julep in a glass made with fresh mint, bourbon and simple syrup served over crushed ice with fresh mint leaves](https://images.themodernproper.com/billowy-turkey/production/posts/MintJulep_8.jpg?w=600&auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=crop&dm=1713670912&s=86bd60c8e52a3d92fb85f76d00116c7e)
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
Ingredients
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
- 16 ounces Kentucky Bourbon
Method
- Make the mint simple syrup. In a small saucepan set over high heat, combine the sugar, water and mint leaves. Bring to a boil, then cook, stirring until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool, about 10 minutes. Discard mint leaves.
- Fill four 10-ounce cups with crushed ice. Pour 4 ounces of bourbon and 1½ ounces of the mint syrup into each cup. Gently stir. Garnish with additional mint.
Notes
Since the early 1950s, Churchill Downs has traditionally served mint juleps in a sterling silver cup. While we love the idea of serving this drink in a cute ‘mint julep’ cup, any 10-ounce glass will do.