Description
Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with these refreshing and festive drinks that capture the spirit of the race. Perfect for sipping while enjoying the excitement of the event!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 2 cups Bourbon
- as needed Crushed ice
- to top Club soda
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a pitcher, muddle the mint leaves with the sugar syrup to release the mint’s flavor.
- Add bourbon to the pitcher and stir well.
- Fill glasses with crushed ice and pour the bourbon mixture over the ice.
- Top each drink with club soda and garnish with additional mint leaves.
Notes
- For a sweeter drink, adjust the amount of sugar syrup to taste.
- Make sure to use fresh mint for the best flavor.
- This recipe can be easily scaled up for larger gatherings.
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: derby party drinks, mint julep, Kentucky Derby cocktails, bourbon drinks, refreshing party beverages