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Refreshing Classic Mint Julep Recipe with Garden Mint Easy Homemade Cocktail

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A classic mint julep cocktail made with fresh garden mint, bourbon, simple syrup, and crushed ice, perfect for warm weather and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 10–12 fresh garden mint leaves per drink
  • 2 oz (60 ml) bourbon whiskey
  • 0.5 oz (15 ml) simple syrup (made from equal parts granulated sugar and water)
  • Crushed ice
  • Water (optional, for diluting syrup if needed)
  • Mint sprigs for garnish
  • Optional: thin slice of lemon for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the simple syrup by combining 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar and 1 cup (240 ml) water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool. Store in fridge up to two weeks.
  2. Rinse 10-12 fresh garden mint leaves under cold water and gently pat dry. Set aside a few sprigs for garnish.
  3. Place the mint leaves in a julep cup or rocks glass. Add 0.5 oz (15 ml) simple syrup. Gently muddle the leaves 3-4 times to release oils without tearing.
  4. Pour 2 oz (60 ml) bourbon into the glass. Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine flavors.
  5. Fill the glass with crushed ice, mounding slightly above the rim.
  6. Stir again quickly to chill and slightly dilute the drink.
  7. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig (slap between palms first to release aroma) and optionally a thin slice of lemon.
  8. Adjust sweetness or strength by adding more syrup, bourbon, or a splash of cold water as desired.

Notes

Do not over-muddle the mint to avoid bitterness. Use crushed ice for best chilling and dilution. Simple syrup prevents gritty texture. Chill glass before serving for extra cold drink. Adjust sweetness and strength to taste. Best served fresh and ice-cold.

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Keywords: mint julep, bourbon cocktail, garden mint, simple syrup, crushed ice, refreshing drink, summer cocktail

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