No-Alcohol Mint Julep
The mint julep is a traditional Southern cocktail, but with this alcohol-free version, you don't need to imbibe to enjoy. One sip of this summer favorite will leave all of your troubles behind.
Ingredients
For 2 people
- 2 ounce(s) water
- 1/4 cup(s) white sugar
- 3 teaspoon(s) chopped fresh mint leaves
- 2 cup(s) crushed ice
- 1/2 cup(s) prepared lemonade
- 1 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
Directions
In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar and 1 tbsp. of chopped mint. Stir and bring to a boil. Cook until sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat and set aside to cool and after about an hour, strain out mint leaves. Fill 2 cups or frozen goblets with crushed ice. Pour 1/2 cup 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.
Ready in 1 hour 25 min
Nutrition facts
- Kcal: 127.28 kcal
- Fibers (g): 0.69g
- Sodium (mg): 3.1mg
- Carbs: 32.71g
- Fat: 0.15g
- Saturated fat (g): 0.04g
- Proteins: 0.17g