Southern Sweet Tea Julep

This delightful and refreshing cocktail marries the classic flavors of sweet tea and mint juleps, creating a perfect beverage for summer gatherings. The combination of freshly brewed unsweetened iced tea, muddled mint, bourbon, and a hint of citrus offers a delightful twist on traditional Southern libations. It's an ideal choice for those seeking a batch cocktail that's both easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying.

Southern Sweet Tea Julep

A delightful and refreshing blend of sweet tea and mint julep flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup freshly brewed unsweetened iced tea (cooled)
  • 2 tbsp simple syrup
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 1/2 oz bourbon
  • 1/6 sliced lemon
  • ice

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass or container, combine the iced tea, simple syrup, muddled mint leaves, bourbon, and lemon slices.
  2. Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Fill a serving glass with ice.
  4. Pour the sweet tea mint julep over the ice.
  5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a lemon slice.