Mint Julep

Mint · bourbon · powdered sugar · ≈ 172 kcal per drink
A Mint Julep in its glass

Mint Julep is a cocktail served in a collins glass. It's built on mint, bourbon and powdered sugar.

Ingredients (per drink)

Instructions

  1. In a highball glass gently muddle the mint, sugar and water.
  2. Fill the glass with cracked ice, add Bourbon and stir well until the glass is well frosted.
  3. Garnish with a mint sprig.

How much to buy for a party

One Mint Julep per guest, plus 10% extra for spills and seconds. Adjust guests, servings and spillage in the calculator.

Ingredient10 guests20 guests50 guests
Bourbon 2 × 750ml3 × 750ml6 × 750ml
Mint leaves 2 packets (mint)≈ 44 leaves3 packets (mint)≈ 88 leaves8 packets (mint)≈ 221 leaves
Simple syrup 1 × 375ml1 × 375ml1 × 375ml
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