Chocolate Mint Julep

Susannah Brinkley Henry

A twist on the classic Kentucky cocktail, the Chocolate Mint Julep is a sweet sipper for spring and summer. Made with a chocolate mint-infused syrup, oaky bourbon and a heap of crushed ice, this drink is perfect for horse-race-watching and summer cocktail parties.

Course Cocktail

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings cocktails

Calories 192kcal

Author Susannah Brinkley Henry

Ingredients

½ ounce chocolate mint syrup
5 ounces bourbon whiskey
crushed ice
more mint sprigs for garnish

Instructions

In a cocktail shaker, add whiskey and the chocolate mint simple syrup. Top with ice and replace the lid. Shake briefly.
1/2 ounce chocolate mint syrup, 5 ounces bourbon whiskey
Pack two julep cups or rocks glasses with crushed ice. Top with cocktail mixture, then more crushed ice. Garnish each glass with a mint sprig.
crushed ice, more mint sprigs for garnish

Nutrition

Serving: 3ounces | Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Sodium: 4mg | Sugar: 5g

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