A refreshing blend of Sweet Tea and a traditional Mint Julep, this cocktail is perfect for all Summer and of course, the Kentucky Derby! This recipe is also perfect for a party - it's for a whole pitcher!
Keyword Mint Julep
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 10 minutesminutes
Servings 1pitcher
Ingredients
MINT SIMPLE SYRUP
1cupwater
3/4cupgranulated sugar
10-12fresh mint leaves
SWEET TEA
3quartswater
4pitcher-size cold brew tea bagsI like Luzianne
1cupKentucky Bourbon
mint leavesfor serving
lemon slicesfor serving
Instructions
Bring 1 cup of water, sugar, and mint leaves to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until sugar is dissolved. You can leave the mint leaves in, or strain them out.
In a separate large pot, boil the 3 quarts of water. Add the tea bags and let steep for 5-10 minutes. Remove tea bags.
Pour tea into a large pitcher. Add sugar mixture and stir. Add Bourbon and mix.
Pour tea into cups over ice and garnish with mint and lemon slices. Enjoy!