virgin mint julep
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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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yield
8 -10
prep time
10 Min
Ingredients For virgin mint julep
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1 lgbunch fresh mint leaves, about 10 stems
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1 bottleginger ale (1 quart or 1 liter, they are approximately the same)
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1 cfresh lemon juice or real lemon brand juice
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1/2 csugar
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1/2 cwater
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crushed ice
How To Make virgin mint julep
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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. - Last Step: Don't forget to share! Make all your friends drool by posting a picture of your finished recipe on your favorite social network. And don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes so we can see it too!
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