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    Prosecco Mint Julep Recipe

    May 3, 2017 by Phil Leave a Comment

    A twist on the classic cocktail, this Prosecco Mint Julep is a bit lighter and deliciously flavorful. You won't be sorry you veered from the classic!

    Prosecco Mint Julep

    The Traditional Drink of the Kentucky Derby

    The long standing classic cocktail at the Kentucky Derby, since 1938, has always been the Mint Julep. A very simple recipe with a good Kentucky bourbon, crushed ice, sugar, water and fresh mint.

    There are several variations of the mint julep including the substitution of the sacred bourbon for gin.

    Prosecco Mint Julep Bottles

    Of the numerous Mint Julep recipes we've tried, Debbie and I have found our individual tastes.

    We settled on the Prosecco Mint Julep made with Prosecco (or any Champagne/Sparkling Wine).

    The sparkling wine gives the cocktail a nice carbonation and smoothes out the bourbon kick. I added St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, which has its own nice flavor profile, eliminating the need for sugar.

    If you enjoy the recipe we chose, please give it a star rating. We'd also love it if you'd comment! Thanks for being a Gr8 Friend!

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    Prosecco Mint Julep

    This makes one drink, feel free to double, triple, etc. if you are serving Gr8 Friends!
    Prep Time8 mins
    Total Time8 mins
    Course: Adult Beverage, Cocktail
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Bourbon, Mint Julep, Prosecco, Prosecco Mint Julep
    Servings: 1 drink
    Calories: 226kcal
    Author: Phil

    Ingredients

    • 2 ounces good Kentucky bourbon, or gin if that's your preference.
    • ½ ounce St Germain Liqueur
    • 3 to 4 ounces Prosecco, or Champagne or other sparkling wine
    • 3 to 4 sprigs fresh mint
    • Crushed ice
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    Instructions

    • Fill a wine glass with crushed ice.
    • Place the bourbon, St. Germain and some fresh mint leaves in a cocktail shaker and gently muddle the mint leaves.
    • Pour the mixture into the wine glass over the ice.
    • Pour 3 to 4 ounces of Prosecco into the glass and garnish with some fresh mint.
    • Now you’re off to the races!

    Notes

    Gr8 tips:
    You can use Champagne or Sparkling wine as a substitute for the Prosecco. Debbie preferred the gin over the bourbon in the julep. I, of course, preferred the bourbon, and perhaps even a 3 ounce pour!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 127IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @Great8Friends or tag #gr8food!

    What Kind of Glass is Used for a Mint Julep?

    Classically, the Mint Julep is served in a silver or pewter cup and held only by the top edge or the bottom edge. This gives the opportunity for a nice frost to form on the outside of the cup.

    You can serve it in an old-fashioned glass as we have here or splurge a bit and buy a traditional cup!

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