Virgin mint julep is a drink you can sip on and a warm tea drink for a cold day like the 152nd Derby Day. Or you can add ice.
But this is a simple drink to make that will please those who want a unique and tasty drink that tastes like mint julep but is a virgin mocktail. It has the cinnamon, vanilla, sweetness, and of course… mint!
To make, gather these grocery ingredients:
Nutcracker Sweet Tea (or a cinnamon and vanilla black tea)
Peppermint Tea
Molasses- sweet caramel and smoky taste hints
Peppermint extract
Garnish
Virgin Mint Julep
For a delicious mocktail for a virgin version of the delicious drink.
Equipment
- martini shaker or drinking cup
- stirrer spoon (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 oz cinnamon and vanilla black tea
- 4 Tbsp peppermint tea
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- mint or other garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brew tea bags separately. Add tea in shaker or drinking cup and extract. Shake or stir. Garnish and enjoy!