Mint Julep Recipes for Derby Day
#1 Derby Day Mango Julep
The Julep is a uniquely American cocktail that gained popularity internationally around the end of the 19th century. It should be served bracingly cold, probably due to the hot American summers, and was originally made with cognac and peach brandy. It wasn’t until the 1930s that we start to see the popularized version today made with Bourbon. Mango and peach have similar flavor profiles and the Mango Syrup in this Derby Day Mango Julep is a little nod to this cocktail’s illustrious past! - Jeff, Beverage Innovation Director
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#2 Hot Honey Julep
“Honey and bourbon are the perfect match in a Julep. Why not make it a little spicy with this Hot Honey Julep that features Monin’s Flavor of the Year, Hot Honey Syrup!” - Andres, Beverage Innovation Director
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#3 Classic Mint Julep
“Nothing beats a classic Mint Julep. For my go-to recipe, I like to use Monin Pure Cane Syrup and Mint Concentrated Flavor for a full-bodied mint flavor that adds brightness to those sweet bourbon notes. This drink is light and refreshing, exactly how a Mint Julep should be! ” - Chelsea, Innovation Coordinator
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#4 Lavender Julep
“Fun Fact: Lavender is known for relaxing effects and mint for cooling effects. Keep calm, cool, and collected on race day with this Lavender Julep, a softer version of a traditional southern delight made with Lavender Syrup. - Julia, Beverage Innovation Manager
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#5 Southern Peach Julep
“Peach and bourbon are a match made in heaven. Monin Peach Puree captures the sweetness of summer peaches and pairs beautifully with bourbon’s toasty vanilla notes and a hint of mint. The Southern Peach Julep is a delicious homage to southern hospitality during one of the South’s most famous events!” – Melissa, Beverage Innovation Director
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#6 Spiced Brown Sugar Julep
“Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup gives this julep a ‘run’ for its money, lending spiced notes along with cooling mint. The Spiced Brown Sugar Julep’s almost velvety texture makes this mint julep a national treasure, and odds are on this becoming your new favorite cocktail.” – Angela, Beverage Innovation Director
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#7 Run for the Roses
“Served properly, a Julep should be in a silver or metal chalice filled with shaved or crushed ice, and the outside of the cup should be refreshingly frosty. Fun fact, a proper Julep cup is reverse tapered, and the lip at the top is intended to help rescue a slipping drink! In my Run for the Roses Julep, Monin Rose Syrup is incorporated as a nod to the event which helped to immortalize this cocktail into American (and international) culture.” Jeff, Beverage Innovation Director
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#8 Frozen Mint Julep
“The first weekend of May is the start of patio season. Why not embrace the heat and sunshine with a frozen variation on this classic cocktail? This Frozen Mint Julep includes Monin Vanilla Syrup and iced tea for a taste of southern charm. – Michael, Beverage Innovation Manager
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