Big batch mint julep

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The classic method of infusing mint into cocktails like mint juleps and mojitos involves muddling, or crushing the leaves with sugar. While fairly effective at extracting flavor, this procedure leaves you with clumps of green stuff in your cocktail, which are bound to get stuck in your teeth...embarrassing. Now, I employ mint syrup to do the job. This recipe makes a lot, so go ahead and invite a few friends over so they can be impressed by your cocktail wizardry. This recipe first appeared…

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Get ready for a celebration with this big-batch spring cocktail. The mint simple syrup can be made a week or two ahead and refrigerated.

With pronounced sugar and mint notes, the Mint Julep is one of our favorite bourbon cocktails and a natural match for warmer weather, horse races and good company. The mint julep became the official drink of the Kentucky Derby in 1938 but was actually invented in Virginia. This Southern favorite nears perfection when bourbon, particularly Maker's Mark, is used as the spirit of choice.

Make a pitcher of this refreshing Kentucky delicacy and let the mint essential oils cool the body and refresh the palate.

The perfect twist on the classic mint julep, this Kentucky Derby-ready Mint Julep Punch is a blend of fruit juices and mint julep taste!

Discover our bourbon cocktail & mixed drinks recipes for a refreshing beverage infused with your favorite Kentucky Whisky. Find more at Maker's Mark®.

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We're taking the classic mint julep and adding simple strawberry syrup to create this mint julep with strawberries.