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big-batch watermelon mint julep, pitcher cocktails for the Kentucky Derby beautifuleatsandthings.com

Big-Batch Watermelon Mint Julep

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Servings 10 cocktails
Author Beautiful Eats & Things

Ingredients

  • 1 mini watermelon sliced into wedges, plus more for garnish
  • 4 bunches fresh mint plus extra for garnish
  • 4 cups sweetened watermelon juice (I prefer using Simply Watermelon)
  • 3 cups bourbon
  • 1 cup club soda chilled
  • Ice

Instructions

  • In a large pitcher or bowl, add in the watermelon wedges and fresh mint leaves. Pour in the watermelon juice, bourbon, and club soda. Stir well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
  • Fill glasses or silver cups with ice and pour in the watermelon mint julep. Garnish each glass with a mint sprig and a small watermelon wedge. Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition Info: 1 cocktail: Calories: 159| Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 13g | Sodium: 7mg