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Blackberry Mint Julep Recipe

Delightful Blackberry Mint Julep Recipe for a Refreshing Summer

A refreshing Blackberry Mint Julep recipe for a delightful summer cocktail experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 drinks
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 1 cup Fresh Blackberries Substitute with raspberries for different flavor
  • 1 cup Mint Leaves Fresh mint is essential
  • 2-4 tablespoons Sugar Adjust according to preference
  • 1 cup Bourbon Substitute with whiskey if bourbon is unavailable
  • 3-4 cups Crushed Ice Essential for chilling the drink

Equipment

  • muddler
  • fine mesh sieve
  • pitcher
  • stirring stick
  • rocks glasses

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Blackberry Mint Julep Recipe
  1. In a pitcher, combine fresh blackberries, mint leaves, and sugar. Muddle for 1-2 minutes until juicy.
  2. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, pressing solids to extract juice.
  3. Fill rocks glasses with crushed ice and distribute the strained blackberry juice among them.
  4. Pour bourbon over the ice and juice mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a whole blackberry. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drinkCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to muddle thoroughly to enhance flavor and aroma. Use fresh ingredients only for the best taste.

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