Virgin Mint Julep

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By Kathie Carr
@kathiecc

I came across this recipe in a newspaper several years ago. Its refreshing and great for those who wish to abstain from alcohol yet join in the festivities, at Kentucky Derby parties, or anytime.

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★★★★★ 1 vote

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Serves:

8-10

Prep:

10 Min

Ingredients

1 large: bunch fresh mint leaves, about 10 stems
1 bottle: ginger ale (1 quart or 1 liter, they are approximately the same)
1 c: fresh lemon juice or real lemon brand juice
1/2 c: sugar
1/2 c: water
: crushed ice

How to Make Virgin Mint Julep

Step-by-Step

1Rinse mint leaves and remove any thick stems. Set aside. Put ginger ale in refrigerator to chill.

Mix lemon juice, sugar and water in a small saucepan. Heat and stir until sugar is dissolved. Chill.
2Pour chilled lemon juice mixture over mint leaves and refrigerate for 30 -60 minutes.

In a large pitcher mix lemon juice-mint mixture, ginger ale, and ice. Stir vigorously until pitcher is frosted and serve.

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