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Mock Mint Julep

Name: Mock Mint Julep
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 13 servings (about 3 quarts).
Ingredients: 2 cups cold water; 1-1/2 cups sugar; 3/4 cup lemon juice; 6 mint sprigs; 5 cups ice cubes; 2-1/2 cups ginger ale, chilled; Lemon slices and additional mint, optional

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Total Time

Prep: 15 min. + standing

Makes

13 servings (about 3 quarts)

Here's an alcohol-free spin on this time-honored, Southern beverage. Fresh mint, tangy lemom and ginger ale fizz make for pleasant sipping. —Annette Grahl Midway, Kentucky

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Ingredients

2 cups cold water
1-1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup lemon juice
6 mint sprigs
5 cups ice cubes
2-1/2 cups ginger ale, chilled
Lemon slices and additional mint, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the water, sugar, lemon juice and mint. Let stand for at least 45 minutes.
Strain and discard mint. Place ice cubes in two 2-qt. pitchers; add half of the lemon mixture and ginger ale to each. Garnish with lemon and mint if desired.

Mock Mint Julep

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