Alcohol-Free Mint Julep

Name: Alcohol-Free Mint Julep
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
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

Rating: 4.39 stars

31 Ratings
20 Reviews
8 Photos

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!

By SHOWP0NIE

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

10 mins

additional:

1 hr

total:

1 hr 25 mins

Servings:

Yield:

2 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 2 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

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

Step 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.

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Step 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; protein 0.1g; carbohydrates 31.6g; sodium 3.4mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (20)

Most helpful positive review

linda

08/27/2007

Very refreshing. The mint used in juleps is called Corsican Mint. It has tiny leaves & the plant grows as a ground cover - much different than peppermint and similar varieties. The flavor is very strong. I planted some this spring and have enjoyed it in tea orange juice and cocktails. Read More

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(45)

31 Ratings

5 star values: 20
4 star values: 8
3 star values: 0
2 star values: 1
1 star values: 2

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linda

08/27/2007

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SHARON B.

06/26/2007

Very yummy! Easy too. I had to make a second batch of the syrup later in the day because I liked it so much. I also tried it with Limeaid and I loved it that way. It's a very refreshing drink and I am sure I will enjoy them throughout the summer. Read More

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mssharon2

06/15/2008

Darn! I thought I just created a no liquor Mojito with this recipe. It sure is good though! Read More

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Mary Catherine

05/01/2009

i enjoy this all summer long. and if you want bourbon in it stir in a jigger. i do not think it needs it. frosted ice cold glasses a must. good lemonade a major must. no premade stuff. Read More

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MrsFisher0729

Allstar

05/03/2008

This is great! I think I've looked for an alcohol free version before but could not find it. I'm not a huge mint fan but this was delicious! Read More

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Burgundy

08/23/2010

I brought these to a luncheon for my pregnant sister. They looked incredibly elegant and tasted really refreshing. She and all the other guests loved them! Never missed the alcohol! Thank you for the recipe! Read More

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Liz L.

06/10/2009

Used this recipe for a Kentucky Derby themed baby shower and it was a great hit! Read More

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Bernice Dray

02/03/2009

I made this as well as the Mint Julep with alcohol. Everyone enjoyed this one more. Very refreshing and great tasting. Great use for my mint from my Aero Garden! Read More

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Melissa House Jennings

05/29/2011

So simple. so refreshing! Read More

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Darn! I thought I just created a no liquor Mojito with this recipe. It sure is good though!

i enjoy this all summer long. and if you want bourbon in it stir in a jigger. i do not think it needs it. frosted ice cold glasses a must. good lemonade a major must. no premade stuff.

This is great! I think I've looked for an alcohol free version before but could not find it. I'm not a huge mint fan but this was delicious!

Used this recipe for a Kentucky Derby themed baby shower and it was a great hit!

I made this as well as the Mint Julep with alcohol. Everyone enjoyed this one more. Very refreshing and great tasting. Great use for my mint from my Aero Garden!