Mock Mint Julep
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. + standing
YIELD: 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
Ingredients
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2 cups cold water
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1-1/2 cups sugar
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3/4 cup lemon juice
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6 mint sprigs
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5 cups ice cubes
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2-1/2 cups ginger ale, chilled
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Lemon slices and additional mint, optional
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, combine the water, sugar, lemon juice and mint. Let stand for at least 45 minutes.
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2.
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.
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