Description
This Batch Mint Julep Recipe is the perfect party-size classic Southern cocktail, allowing you to serve a crowd with ease. Refreshing and minty, these cocktails are ideal for hot days or special occasions. Enjoy the taste of the South in every sip!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh mint leaves, packed
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 cups water
- 3 cups bourbon
- Crushed ice
- Additional mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is dissolved to create a simple syrup.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and add the fresh mint leaves. Let it steep for about 30 minutes.
- Strain the mint simple syrup into a large pitcher, discarding the mint leaves.
- Add the bourbon to the pitcher and stir to combine.
- To serve, fill glasses with crushed ice and pour the mint julep mixture over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a fresh sprig of mint.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh mint and high-quality bourbon.
- This recipe can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar to the simple syrup.
Keywords: Batch Mint Julep Recipe, Easy Party-Size Cocktail, Classic Southern Cocktail, Mint Julep, Bourbon Cocktail, Summer Drink, Refreshing Cocktail