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No-Alcohol Mint Julep

The mint julep is a traditional Southern cocktail, but with this alcohol-free version, you don't need to imbibe to enjoy. One sip of this summer favorite will leave all of your troubles behind.
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Course Cold Drinks, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Cuisine Continental
Servings 2 servings
Calories 254.55 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounce(s) water
  • 1/4 cup(s) white sugar
  • 3 teaspoon(s) chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 2 cup(s) crushed ice
  • 1/2 cup(s) prepared lemonade
  • 1 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar and 1 tbsp of chopped mint.
  • Stir and bring to a boil.
  • Cook until sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat and set aside to cool and after about an hour, strain out mint leaves.
  • Fill 2 cups or frozen goblets with crushed ice.
  • Pour 1/2 cup lemonade into each glass and top with a splash of the sugar syrup.
  • Garnish each with a mint sprig and a straw.
  • Serve on a silver platter.
  • Ready in 1 hour 25 min.

Nutrition

Calories: 254.55kcalCarbohydrates: 65.41gProtein: 0.33gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.07gSodium: 6.19mgFiber: 1.38gSugar: 62.72g
Keyword Lemon, Mint
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