Early Times Mint Julep Recipe
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Early Times Mint Julep Recipe

By: Early Times® Kentucky Whisky 
"Mint Julep the way they make it in Kentucky, with Early Times® Kentucky Whisky. The Best Times are Enjoyed Responsibly."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.0 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (9)

 

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Ingredients

  • 2 fluid ounces Early Times® Kentucky Whisky
  • 1 tablespoon simple syrup
  • Mint sprigs
  • Crushed ice
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  • Simple Syrup:
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 bunch fresh mint sprigs

Directions

  1. Crush a few mint leaves in the bottom of an 8-oz. glass, then fill with crushed ice. Add one tablespoon of simple syrup and one tablespoon of water. Add 2 ounces of Early Times. Stir gently until glass frosts. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, sip and enjoy.
  2. Simple syrup directions: Combine sugar and water. Boil for 5 minutes without stirring. Pour mix over a handful of mint leaves, and gently crush the mint with a spoon. Refrigerate overnight in a closed jar. Remove mint leaves, but continue to refrigerate. Stays fresh for several weeks.

Footnotes

  • The Best Times are Enjoyed Responsibly
  • Early Times Distillery Co, Kentucky Whisky, 40% Alcohol by Volume, Louisville, KY ©2005 EARLY TIMES is a registered trademark.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2005 by KLBUMB   view full review
I really liked this method of making the simple syrup. To me the mint infuses better when the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2009 by ttkc Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This recipe is right on. Just a note to all: You can make the simple syrup, and make tea...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 9, 2008 by BrewCrew   view full review
I did enjoy this recipe, but not everyone that I served it to enjoyed it as much. I found...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 5, 2007 by Kathy M   view full review
This is the only way to make simple syrup! I didn't have quite enough time to let the syrup...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 24, 2009 by MAMALEIGH   view full review
I had some mint-infused simple syrup in the fridge for mojitos, so I thought I'd give this a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2007 by MELISSA_B   view full review
Wow, I don't know what I was expecting, but these were really strong. The taste of whisky...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 24, 2009 by Susan   view full review
I always wanted to try one of these and it was really good. I used Jack Daniels. I would make...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 2, 2009 by Eat it up, YUM!   view full review
I had made simple syrup for another drink recipe so it wasn't infused with mint. However, this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 19, 2011 by Jennifer   view full review
not my type of drink

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