Strawberry Julep
Cool off with the vibrant and refreshing Strawberry Julep, a minty-sweet twist on the classic Southern cocktail. This quick and easy recipe pairs juicy fresh strawberries with fragrant mint leaves, muddled together with sugar to enhance their natural flavors. A generous pour of bourbon and a splash of bubbly club soda create the perfect balance of bold and light, all served over a mound of crushed ice for ultimate chill. Garnished with a sprig of mint and a whole strawberry, this cocktail is as gorgeous as it is delicious. Ready in just 10 minutes, the Strawberry Julep is your go-to drink for summer gatherings, outdoor parties, or a relaxing evening on the porch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Fresh strawberries
- 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Crushed ice
- 2.5 ounces Bourbon
- 0.5 cup Club soda
- 1 for garnish Mint sprig
- 1 for garnish Strawberry
Instructions
Hull and slice 4 fresh strawberries and place them in a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker.
Add 8 fresh mint leaves and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar to the strawberries.
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the strawberries, mint, and sugar together to release their flavors. Avoid over-muddling to prevent bitterness from the mint leaves.
Fill a julep cup or highball glass with 2 cups of crushed ice.
Pour the muddled mixture over the ice, ensuring the juices and flavors are evenly distributed.
Add 2.5 ounces of bourbon to the glass.
Top off the drink with 0.5 cups of club soda and stir gently to combine.
Garnish with a sprig of mint and a whole strawberry for a visually appealing presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing Strawberry Julep on a warm day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 119 mg | 3% | |
*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.
