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- Made of Bourbon Whiskey, sugar water, and mint leaves
- Similar to the mojito
- Often served in silver or pewter cups
- Held only by the bottom and top edges of the cup, allowing frost to form
- 'Julep' is derived from the Persian 'julab' meaning rose water
- Since 1938, traditional beverage of the Kentucky Derby
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Ideas and Instructions
If you're looking for quick tips or ideas to liven up the recipe, check out Mahalo's collection of How to Make a Mint Julep Videos.If you're looking for step-by-step instructions, you can also read our complete guide on How to Make a Mint Julep.
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Mint Julep Questions
Wheres the best place to get a mint julep in Santa Monica? 1 AnswerThe opinions from online comments say, "South" is the place to go.The following site gives you more info. http://losangeles.citysearch.com/profile/46388616/sa... read more
Does anyone have a good mint julep recipe for this fine Memorial Day weekend? 2 AnswersThis recipe will make you 2 delicious Mint Juleps" 8 fresh mint sprigs 5 oz bourbon whiskey 2 tsp powdered sugar 4 tsp water Muddle mint leaves, powdered su... read more
With all of the varieties of mint there are today, I am not sure which is best to cook with and make drinks, like mint juleps. Any advice? 1 AnswerPeppermint and Spearmint are still the best in my opinion. read more
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Mint Julep Articles, History, and Trivia
- San Francisco Chronicle: "Trot out a Kentucky drinking tradition for Derby Day" (2007)
- ESPN.com: Derby Serving One Pricey Drink
- The Cincinnati Enquirer: "Myth Of The Mint Julep" (2003)
- A Taste of Kentucky: About the Mint Julep
- Call to The Derby Post: Call to the Derby Post: Mint Juleps
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