EASY MINT JULEP RECIPE

About 120,00 Mint Julep's are sold at Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby! 

Can't make the Derby? Make this easy Mint Julep recipe at home!

Combine sugar and water in a saucepan and heat for a simple sugar syrup.

Add ginger, lemon, or a vanilla bean to the sauce pan for extra flavor. Let the syrup cool.

Put 3 sprigs of mint in each glass. Add 2 tablespoons of sugar syrup and muddle the mixture.

Top with a cup of ice and 2 ounces of Kentucky bourbon.

Garnish with more mint and serve this refreshing cocktail! Swipe up for all the details on this easy mint julep recipe.