Non-Alc Mint Julep

Lyre's American Malt, Simple syrup and Mint Leaves form the base of Non-Alc Mint Julep. This measured drink is served in a rocks glass over crushed ice.

Non-Alc Mint Julep in a rocks, crushed ice in the serving glass, with Mint Sprig, against a black background.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 60 ml Lyre's American Malt (non-alcoholic alternative)
  • 9 ml Simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water by weight)
  • 8 leaf Mint Leaves
  • 2 dash Non-alcoholic aromatic bitters
  • 1 piece Mint Sprig

Prepare ahead

Each component makes the stated batch. Measure the finished component into each drink.

Simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water by weight)

Active preparation: 5 minutes; total time: 25 minutes. Batch shown; final yield is not specified; measure 9 ml for one drink.

  • 100 g White sugar
  • 100 g Water
  1. Combine the weighed sugar and water in a clean saucepan. Warm gently and stir until the sugar dissolves; do not boil down.
  2. Cool fully, transfer to a clean covered container and refrigerate. Prepare a small fresh batch; discard if spoiled and follow ingredient storage guidance.

Ratio basis is by weight, an editorial specification where the source gives no basis. Recipe assembly time assumes this common syrup is ready.

Instructions

  1. Put the mint leaves and syrup in a rocks glass; press very gently to release the mint aroma.
  2. Add Lyre’s American Malt and the measured non-alcoholic bitters.
  3. Fill with crushed ice and stir until frosty, then mound with a little more crushed ice.
  4. Add a mint sprig.