Watermelon Mint Julep

by scoochmaroo

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Intro: Watermelon Mint Julep

A modern twist on the classic mint julep, this watermelon julep is a refreshing, juicy treat!  This recipe takes advantage of summer's bounty of fresh melon and mint, and adds a fun new cocktail to your repertoire.  If you can't find watermelon juice, check out how I juiced my own while making Watermelon Sangria.  Just cut a whole in your melon, grab a stick blender and get in there.  You could even mix up a "pitcher" of these right in the melon!


Ingredients:
  • 4 fresh mint sprigs
  • 2 1/2 oz bourbon whiskey
  • 1 tsp simple syrup
  • 2 oz fresh watermelon juice  

Directions:
  • Muddle mint leaves with simple syrup in a glass.  Just spank the leaves a few times - too much muddling will turn it bitter.
  • Fill the glass with ice and add bourbon. Stir to chill bourbon.
  • Top with watermelon juice and garnish with a mint sprig. 

Enjoy! 

2 Comments

triumphman 11 years ago

I have 3 kinds of mint in my gardens ! I am not sure which to use, Peppermint, Spearmint, or Chocolate Mint. Maybe I'll try and experiment with all 3. There is even some Lemmon Balm out there! Thanks, sounds yummy!

Vika84 11 years ago

I love watermelon and this cocktail recipe sounds wonderful! I am definitely going to make it soon. The place I am from originally, some people inject watermelon with rum or vodka, bourbon or other spirit and slice it up after. It's fun and delicious too :-)