Strawberry Mint Julep
This Strawberry Mint Julep is a delightful twist on the traditional Southern cocktail, featuring a refreshing blend of fresh strawberries, mint, lemon juice, and bourbon!
Servings: 2
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 medium strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) simple syrup
- 16 fresh mint leaves
- 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 ounces (½ cup) bourbon
- Crushed Ice
Garnish
- Strawerries slices
- Lemon slices
- Fresh mint sprigs
Instructions
- Place serving glasses in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
- Muddle the strawberries, simple syrup, and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker. Add the mint leaves and gently muddle again to release the essential oils. Add the lemon juice, bourbon, and a handful of Ice cubes.
- Remove the glasses from the refrigerator and place some crushed ice in the bottom of each glass.
- Place the top on the shaker and shake the cocktail mixture vigorously. Remove the top of the shaker and place the strainer on the shaker. While holding the strainer over the shaker, divide the cocktail mixture among the glasses. Add more crushed ice, then garnish with strawberry and lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs. Serve, sip, and enjoy!
Notes
Simple syrup is equal parts water and granulated sugar that is heated until the sugar dissolves. Once cool, the syrup can be covered in an airtight container or jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition
Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 346IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg
