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Strawberry Mint Julep Cocktail

Strawberry Mint Julep Cocktail

By Traeger Kitchen

Get a taste of the Derby with a Traeger-twist on the famous cocktail. Fresh strawberries and mint are muddled with bourbon and Traeger Smoked Simple Syrup for a cocktail that takes you right to Churchill Downs.

Prep Time

5 Min

Ingredients

Number of People Serving

4

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Units of Measurement:
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2 Ounce Traeger Smoked Simple Syrup
16 Large strawberries, stemmed
1/4 Cup fresh mint leaves
12 Ounce bourbon
2 Large strawberries, sliced lengthwise into 6 slices, for garnish
6 Sprig fresh mint, for garnish

Step

  • 1

    Place Traeger Smoked Simple Syrup, whole strawberries, mint and bourbon into a medium-sized pitcher.

  • 2

    Muddle until strawberries and mint are broken up.

  • 3

    Divide mixture evenly into glasses. Fill with crushed ice, overflowing over the top of glass.

  • 4

    Place a straw in each glass and garnish with a strawberry slice. Enjoy!

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