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 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 25 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 2 cups crushed ice
  • 1/2 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.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 15, 2008 by mssharon2 
Darn! I thought I just created a no liquor Mojito with this recipe. It sure is good though! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 26, 2007 by linda 
Very refreshing. The mint used in juleps is called Corsican Mint. It has tiny leaves & the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 25, 2007 by SHARON B. 
Very yummy! Easy too. I had to make a second batch of the syrup later in the day because I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 10, 2009 by Liz L. 
Used this recipe for a Kentucky Derby themed baby shower and it was a great hit! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on may 1, 2009 by Mary Catherine 
i enjoy this all summer long. and if you want bourbon in it, stir in a jigger. i do not think... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 3, 2009 by MADRAY7 
I made this as well as the Mint Julep with alcohol. Everyone enjoyed this one more. Very... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on may 3, 2008 by MrsFisher0729 
This is great! I think I've looked for an alcohol free version before but could not find it. ... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Alcohol-Free Mint Julep

Servings Per Recipe: 2

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 122

  • Total Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 6mg
  • Total Carbs: 31.6g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.1g
  • Protein: 0.1g

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