Best 8 Mint Julep Spritzer Recipes
In the realm of refreshing beverages, few cocktails can rival the classic Mint Julep Spritzer. With its origins rooted in the vibrant history of Kentucky, this libation has captivated taste buds for generations. As the sun casts its golden rays upon a warm summer's afternoon, there's no better way to cool down and indulge in a moment of pure refreshment than by sipping on this iconic cocktail. Its vibrant green hue, infused with the aromatic essence of mint, entices the senses, while its crisp and invigorating flavor dances on the palate, leaving a trail of lingering delight. Whether you're a seasoned cocktail connoisseur or a novice just beginning to explore the world of mixology, the Mint Julep Spritzer is a timeless recipe that promises to transport you to a realm of pure indulgence.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
CLASSIC BOURBON MINT JULEP
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Place the mint leaves and sugar or simple syrup into a julep cup, collins glass, or double old-fashioned glass.
- Muddle well to dissolve the sugar and release the oil and aroma of the mint.
- Add the bourbon.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice and stir well until the glass becomes frosty.
- Garnish with a mint sprig. Serve with a straw and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 3 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1 cocktail (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
MINT JULEP SPRITZER
The original Kentucky cocktail makes a great sipper for any warm-weather afternoon. We've added a splash of club soda to make the drink a little lighter and more refreshing.
Categories Bourbon Alcoholic Kentucky Derby Cocktail Lemon Mint Summer Bon Appétit Drink
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix fresh lemon juice, sugar, and fresh mint leaves in small bowl until sugar dissolves; press on mint with back of spoon to crush lightly. Let stand 30 minutes. Strain mint and lemon mixture into pitcher. Mix in bourbon, then club soda and ice. Pour into 8 tall glasses. Garnish each drink with mint sprig.
MINT JULEPS
Sit on the front porch in your rocking chair on a sultry afternoon and sip on one or two of these. The proper way to serve a mint julep is in a frozen silver goblet, but you can use glasses instead--just use the most elegant ones you have! You can make the syrup ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for whenever the julep mood strikes you.
Provided by jenn
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Whiskey Drinks Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine water, sugar and chopped mint leaves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat until the sugar is completely dissolved. Allow syrup to cool, approximately 1 hour. Pour syrup through a strainer to remove mint leaves
- Fill eight cups or frozen goblets with crushed ice and pour 4 ounces of bourbon and 1/4 cup mint syrup in each. (Proportions can be adjusted depending on each person's sweet tooth). Top each cup with a mint sprig and a straw. Trim straws to just barely protrude from the top of the cups. Serve juleps on a silver platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Carbohydrate 50.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 3 mg, Sugar 50 g
LEMON MINT SPRITZER
Cool down with this refreshing drink. It's wonderful after a long day or during a backyard barbecue. -Laura Nix, Ellijay, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut lemons into wedges and squeeze the juice into a large pitcher. Stir in the lemonade concentrate, confectioners' sugar and mint; add lemon wedges. Chill until serving., Just before serving, stir in carbonated water. Serve over ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
MINT JULEP PARTY PITCHER
Provided by Damaris Phillips
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 mint juleps
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the sugar and 2 cups water in a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Remove from the heat and submerge 3 bunches of mint. Let stand at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight. Strain.
- Stir together the mint simple syrup (you should have 2 1/2 cups) and bourbon in a pitcher. Add a couple of sprigs of mint for garnish. Refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 8 hours.
- Pack 8 mint julep cups with crushed ice. Pour 4 ounces of the mint julep mixture into each; garnish with a mint sprig and serve with a straw. When the outside of the cup has frosted over, you are ready to enjoy.
MINT JULEP SORBET
This is the traditional version, but I plan on substituting gin for the bourbon for a more uniformly- pale sorbet. From Bon Appetit, 1996.
Provided by skat5762
Categories Frozen Desserts
Time 5h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine first three ingredients in large heavy saucepan, stirring over medium heat until sugar has dissolved.
- Bring to boil, then pour into a medium bowl.
- Refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours.
- Strain mint syrup through sieve set over bowl, pressing down on mint leaves; discard the leaves.
- Mix bourbon, creme de menthe and minced mint leaves into syrup.
- Transfer mixture to ice cream maker, and process according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Transfer to container and freeze until firm, about 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.7, Sodium 2.4, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 17.8, Protein 0.1
MINT JULEP
Steps:
- In a silver julep cup or 10-ounce glass crush together with the back of a spoon the mint leaves, the sugar, and the water until the sugar is dissolved and fill the cup with the ice. Add the bourbon, stir the julep well, and garnish it with the mint sprig.
MINT JULEP
One of the oldest American cocktails, the mint julep originated in Virginia and was popularized in Kentucky. The two states have bickered over the proper way to prepare one for the past 200 years. No matter: It soon became the signature cocktail of the American South.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes
Yield Makes 1
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Stir together sugar and water in a mint julep cup (or 8-ounce glass) until sugar dissolves. Add mint, and muddle gently using a muddler or a wooden spoon. Fill with crushed ice, and add bourbon. Stir until outside of cup is frosted. Garnish with mint sprigs.
Tips and Conclusion
Tips:
- For the perfect Mint Julep Spritzer, use fresh mint leaves and high-quality bourbon.
- To get the most flavor out of the mint, gently muddle it in a glass before adding the other ingredients.
- If you don't have fresh mint leaves, you can use ¼ teaspoon dried mint instead.
- For a sweeter spritzer, add an extra ½ ounce of simple syrup.
- For a more refreshing spritzer, use sparkling water instead of club soda.
- Serve the Mint Julep Spritzer immediately over ice.
Conclusion:
The Mint Julep Spritzer is a refreshing, flavorful, and easy-to-make cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of bourbon, mint, and sparkling water, it's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day or a casual gathering with friends. Whether you're a fan of classic cocktails or looking for something new and exciting to try, this classic cocktail will impress your taste buds.
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