Mint Julep Punch

Cool, refreshing, and brimming with Southern charm, this Mint Julep Punch is a crowd-pleasing twist on the classic cocktail, perfect for parties and celebrations. Bursting with fresh mint, tangy lemon juice, and the smooth warmth of bourbon, this fizzy punch is sweetened with a homemade mint syrup for an irresistibly fragrant finish. Crushed ice keeps it refreshingly chilled, while a splash of club soda adds a light, bubbly touch. Garnished with vibrant mint sprigs and lemon slices, this easy-to-make recipe is as stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes and serving up to eight guests, Mint Julep Punch is your go-to summer drink for casual gatherings and Derby Day alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Water
• 5 cups Crushed ice
• 2.5 cups Bourbon
• 0.5 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 cups Club soda
• 8 pieces Mint sprigs
• 8 pieces Lemon slices

Directions

Step 1

Combine the fresh mint leaves, sugar, and water in a small saucepan to create a mint syrup. Heat over medium heat until the sugar fully dissolves, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool completely. Strain the syrup to remove the mint leaves, and set the syrup aside.

Step 2

In a large punch bowl, add the crushed ice as a base layer.

Step 3

Pour the prepared mint syrup, bourbon, and freshly squeezed lemon juice over the ice.

Step 4

Gently stir in the club soda to add a fizzy touch to the punch.

Step 5

Garnish the punch bowl with extra mint sprigs and lemon slices for visual appeal.

Step 6

Serve the Mint Julep Punch immediately into individual glasses with additional ice as needed. Optionally, garnish each glass with a mint sprig or lemon wheel.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2905.1 grams (2905.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1888

Total Fat 2.90g	4%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 183mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 147.80g	54%
Dietary Fiber 21.90g	78%
Total Sugars 116.50g
Protein 13.80g	28%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 791mg	61%
Iron 23mg	129%
Potassium 1778mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.9%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 87.9%