Mint Julep Punch
Cool, refreshing, and brimming with Southern charm, this Mint Julep Punch is a crowd-pleasing twist on the classic cocktail, perfect for parties and celebrations. Bursting with fresh mint, tangy lemon juice, and the smooth warmth of bourbon, this fizzy punch is sweetened with a homemade mint syrup for an irresistibly fragrant finish. Crushed ice keeps it refreshingly chilled, while a splash of club soda adds a light, bubbly touch. Garnished with vibrant mint sprigs and lemon slices, this easy-to-make recipe is as stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes and serving up to eight guests, Mint Julep Punch is your go-to summer drink for casual gatherings and Derby Day alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 5 cups Crushed ice
- 2.5 cups Bourbon
- 0.5 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups Club soda
- 8 pieces Mint sprigs
- 8 pieces Lemon slices
Instructions
Combine the fresh mint leaves, sugar, and water in a small saucepan to create a mint syrup. Heat over medium heat until the sugar fully dissolves, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool completely. Strain the syrup to remove the mint leaves, and set the syrup aside.
In a large punch bowl, add the crushed ice as a base layer.
Pour the prepared mint syrup, bourbon, and freshly squeezed lemon juice over the ice.
Gently stir in the club soda to add a fizzy touch to the punch.
Garnish the punch bowl with extra mint sprigs and lemon slices for visual appeal.
Serve the Mint Julep Punch immediately into individual glasses with additional ice as needed. Optionally, garnish each glass with a mint sprig or lemon wheel.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 183 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.8 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 116.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 791 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 23.2 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 1778 mg | 38% | |
*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.
