Mint Julep
A Kentucky Derby staple of bourbon, sugar, and mint over crushed ice — all-spirit core with no perishable citrus, making it ideal for large-batch service.
Ingredients
| Bourbon whiskey | 2.5 oz |
| Simple syrup | 0.5 oz |
| Total volume | 3.00 oz |
Garnish: Mint sprig bouquet and dusting of powdered sugar
Tip: change “Make” to scale the recipe, or switch units for the metric world.
How to make it
Built in the glass · Easy · about 3 minutes
- 1
Gently muddle the mint leaves in the bottom of a julep cup to release the oils and aromatics — press, don't pulverize.
- 2
Add the bourbon whiskey and simple syrup to the julep cup and fill with crushed ice.
- 3
Stir gently to combine.
- 4
Garnish with mint sprig bouquet and dusting of powdered sugar.
Tools you'll need
Making a batch for a party?
Here's a pre-calculated batch of 12 with 0% dilution water built in. Scale to any number with the batch calculator →
| Ingredient | × 12 | Bottles |
|---|---|---|
| Bourbon whiskey | 30.0 oz | 2 |
| Simple syrup | 6.0 oz | 1 |
BatchPour tools produce estimates for planning purposes only. Actual dilution, ABV, and ingredient yields vary by technique, ice temperature, and produce. Always taste and adjust. Drink responsibly.
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Mint Julep FAQ
What's in a Mint Julep?
A classic Mint Julep is made with bourbon whiskey, simple syrup. It's built in the glass and served in a julep cup glass.
What is the ABV of a Mint Julep?
A classic Mint Julep is approximately 37.5% ABV — about 1.88 US standard drinks per serving once you account for dilution.
Should I shake or stir a Mint Julep?
Neither — the Mint Julep is built right in the glass, so no shaker or mixing glass is needed.
How do I batch Mint Juleps for a party?
Scale every ingredient by your guest count, then add no dilution water (built drinks dilute in the glass). The BatchPour batch calculator does the math for any number.