Alcohol-Free Mint Julep

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An alcohol FREE mint julep for you non-drinkers out there.... now you don't have to drink water and can enjoy the classic mint julep with a slight twist while watching the Kentucky Derby!

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
1 hrs
Total Time:
1 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup water

  • ¼ cup white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves

  • 2 cups crushed ice

  • ½ cup prepared lemonade

  • Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar and 1 tablespoon of chopped mint. Stir and bring to a boil. Cook until sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat and set aside to cool. After about an hour, strain out mint leaves.

  2. Fill 2 cups or frozen goblets with crushed ice. Pour 1/2 of the lemonade into each glass and top with a splash of the sugar syrup. Garnish each with a mint sprig and a straw. Serve on a silver platter.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

122 Calories
32g Carbs
0g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 122
% Daily Value *
Sodium 3mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 11%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 0g
Vitamin C 4mg 20%
Calcium 8mg 1%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 14mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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