Frozen Mint Julep
Cool off with the ultimate summer cocktail – the Frozen Mint Julep! This refreshing twist on the classic Southern favorite combines smooth bourbon, sweet simple syrup, and the invigorating aroma of fresh mint leaves, all blended with crushed ice to create a delightful, slushy treat. Perfect for hot afternoons or Derby Day parties, this frosty beverage is both simple and quick to prepare, requiring just five minutes of your time. Garnished with a sprig of mint and a dusting of powdered sugar, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Ideal for bourbon lovers seeking a vibrant, icy spin on their favorite drink, the Frozen Mint Julep promises to elevate your cocktail game with its irresistible balance of sweetness and minty freshness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Bourbon
- 8 pieces Fresh mint leaves
- 1 ounce Simple syrup
- 2 cups Crushed ice
- 1 piece Mint sprig
- 0.25 teaspoons Powdered sugar
Instructions
Add bourbon, fresh mint leaves, simple syrup, and crushed ice to a blender.
Blend for 15-20 seconds until smooth and slushy.
Pour the mixture into a chilled julep or rocks glass.
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a light dusting of powdered sugar on top.
Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.2 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 33 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
