Refreshing Frozen Mint Julep Slushie
A quick and easy frozen twist on the classic mint julep cocktail, perfect for cooling down on hot summer days with a smooth, minty, and boozy slushie texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- About 12 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water)
- 2 cups crushed ice
- ½ tsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the simple syrup by combining equal parts sugar and water in a small saucepan. Heat gently, stirring until sugar dissolves. Cool before using.
- Place fresh mint leaves in the blender jar. Use a muddler or wooden spoon to gently press the leaves about 10 times to release oils without shredding.
- Pour 2 oz bourbon and 1 oz simple syrup over the muddled mint. Add ½ tsp lemon juice if desired.
- Fill the blender with 2 cups crushed ice. If you don’t have crushed ice, pulse ice cubes in the blender until finely crushed.
- Pulse on medium-high until the mixture is smooth and slushy, about 15-20 seconds. Avoid overblending to keep a fluffy, icy texture.
- Immediately pour into chilled glasses. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a straw.
Notes
Use fresh mint leaves for best flavor. Do not over-muddle or overblend to avoid bitterness and watery texture. Chill glasses ahead to keep the drink colder longer. For a non-alcoholic version, replace bourbon with sparkling water or ginger ale. Simple syrup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml) per se
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 13
- Carbohydrates: 13.5
Keywords: mint julep, frozen cocktail, summer drink, bourbon cocktail, mint slushie, easy cocktail, refreshing drink