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virgin mint julep

Virgin Mint Julep

5 from 1 vote
A refreshing, frosty Virgin Mint Julep made with fresh mint, simple syrup, and ginger ale. Ready in just 5 minutes, it is the perfect non-alcoholic mocktail for hot afternoons.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 leaves fresh mint Plus extra sprigs for garnish
  • ½ ounce simple syrup Adjust to taste
  • 4 ounces ginger ale Chilled
  • 2 cups crushed ice Must be finely crushed

Equipment

  • 1 wooden muddler For bruising the mint gently
  • 1 julep cup or highball glass Silver cups frost best
  • 1 Bar spoon For stirring

Method
 

  1. Place the fresh mint leaves and simple syrup in the bottom of a glass or silver cup. Press gently with a muddler to release the mint oils without tearing the leaves.
    muddling mint and simple syrup
  2. Fill the cup completely to the top with finely crushed ice, allowing it to mound slightly over the rim.
    packing crushed ice into julep cup
  3. Pour the chilled ginger ale slowly over the ice. Stir gently from the bottom up to mix the syrup evenly.
    pouring ginger ale and stirring julep
  4. Slap a fresh mint sprig against your hand to release the aroma, nestle it into the ice, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 240gCalories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 24gSodium: 10mgSugar: 23g

Notes

Always use freshly crushed ice for the best texture and the classic frosted glass effect. Serve immediately after preparing.

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