Alcohol-Free Mint Julep Recipe
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Alcohol-Free Mint Julep

By: SHOWP0NIE 
"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!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (12)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 122 | Total Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2007 by linda   view full review
Very refreshing. The mint used in juleps is called Corsican Mint. It has tiny leaves & the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 25, 2007 by SHARON B.   view full review
Very yummy! Easy too. I had to make a second batch of the syrup later in the day because I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2008 by mssharon2   view full review
Darn! I thought I just created a no liquor Mojito with this recipe. It sure is good though!
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 1, 2009 by Mary Catherine   view full review
i enjoy this all summer long. and if you want bourbon in it, stir in a jigger. i do not think...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2008 by MrsFisher0729 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This is great! I think I've looked for an alcohol free version before but could not find it. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2009 by Liz L.   view full review
Used this recipe for a Kentucky Derby themed baby shower and it was a great hit!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 3, 2009 by MADRAY7   view full review
I made this as well as the Mint Julep with alcohol. Everyone enjoyed this one more. Very...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2010 by Burgundy   view full review
I brought these to a luncheon for my pregnant sister. They looked incredibly elegant, and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 29, 2011 by Mel_J   view full review
So simple. so refreshing!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 22, 2011 by PolydeucesYang   view full review
One word? AWESOME!!!!!! I made these for me and a friend. She's really into the Derby and...

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