Methodist Mint Julep

6 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 c. water
  • 2 1/2 c. sugar
  • 6 lemons
  • 2 oranges
  • grated rind of 1 orange
  • large handful fresh mint leaves or 3 Tbsp. dried mint

Directions

  1. 1
    Place sugar and water in a saucepan and boil for 10 minutes. Squeeze juice from lemons and oranges.
  2. 2
    Place juices, grated rind and mint in a juice container and add boiled sugar/water mixture. Refrigerate at least 24 hours.
  3. 3
    Mix approximately 1 1/2 parts water to 1 part syrup.
  4. 4
    Pour over ice in glasses.
  5. 5
    Mixture may be kept up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator or may be frozen for later use.

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