Virgin Mint Julep
Non-alcoholic drinks don't have to taste bad! Use a zero-proof whiskey alternative to make a great-tasting virgin mint julep.
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 666kcal
Ingredients
Mint Syrup
- ¾ cup sugar
- ¾ cup water
- 4 sprigs fresh mint about 40 leaves
Virgin Mint Julep
- ¾ ounce mint syrup
- 2 ½ ounces zero-proof whiskey alternative
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 1 sprig mint for garnish
Instructions
Mint Syrup
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Stir until sugar has dissolved. Do not let boil.¾ cup water, ¾ cup sugar
- Remove from heat and add the mint sprigs. Let rest for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Leave in longer for a stronger flavor. Discard the mint leaves.4 sprigs fresh mint
- Store in a mason jar for up to one week.
Virgin Mint Julep
- Add mint syrup to a julep cup or rocks glass. Add 1½ ounces whiskey alternative. Stir together.¾ ounce mint syrup, 1 ½ ounces zero-proof whiskey alternative
- Top with crushed ice. Pack it into the cup.1 cup crushed ice
- Add the remaining 1 ounce whiskey alternative on top.1 ounces zero-proof whiskey alternative
- Top with more crushed ice and garnish with a mint sprig.1 sprig mint
Notes
The mint syrup is time-saving if you are making more than one drink. If you prefer to muddle your mint julep, you can use:
- ~8 mint leaves + 1 ounce plain simple syrup
- ~8 mint leaves + 4 teaspoons granulated sugar (added with the bourbon)
Nutrition
Serving: 3.25ounces | Calories: 666kcal | Carbohydrates: 173g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 39mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 172g | Vitamin A: 212IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg
