This low calorie mint julep cocktail is easy to make, and delicious. I was able to cut the calories in this mint juleps drink recipe without changing the flavor, or compromising the potency.
Bellow, you’ll learn how to make a mint julep recipe low in calories, with just one ingredient swap.
The trick to making this mint julep cocktail low in calories, is the kind of simple syrup mint julep calls for. I’ve been able to cut the calories in this mint julep with simple syrup swap
Low Calorie Mint Julep Cocktails
What You’ll Find in this Article:
Ingredients in Healthy Mint Julep Drinks
Mint julep ingredients are quite simple, so you’ll want to get fresh mint, and a good middle shelf bourbon.
Because you only use a few ingredients for a mint julep, you’ll want to make sure you get the best you can afford.
Shopping List for Skinny Mint Juleps:
- Mint
- Zero calorie simple syrup (see recipe card!)
- Whiskey bourbon
- Angostura bitters (optional)
How to Make a Low Calorie Mint Julep
This easy mint julep recipe can be made in just two minutes, and all you need is a muddler.
If you don’t happen to have a muddler, simply use a long spoon to squish the mint leaves at the bottom of the glass.
How to Make Skinny Mint Julep Drinks:
- In a Julep cup or tall glass, lightly muddle the mint leaves in the simple syrup.
- Add the bourbon then pack the glass tightly with crushed ice.
- Stir until the bourbon and ice together until the glass is frosted on the outside.
- Top with more crushed ice to form an ice dome, and garnish with a mint sprig and a few drops of (optional) bitters.
Bourbon drinks with mint are crisp and delicious. This mint julep drink recipe will be quite the crowd pleaser! But as a reminder, the mint juleps recipe is very strong. And you should stick to just one mint julep cocktail otherwise you may get a bit too tipsy.
Low Calorie Mint Julep Cocktail Recipe
This low calorie, easy to make bourbon whiskey recipe will quickly become one of your favorite homemade happy hour drinks.
You can make these mint juleps for the Kentucky Derby, or just for a relaxing afternoon or evening cocktail. And at only 140 calories, it won’t ruin your diet!
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Low Calorie Mint Julep Cocktails
Equipment
- muddler
Ingredients
- 8 mint leaves
- ¼ ounce zero calorie simple syrup
- 2 ounces whiskey bourbon
- Mint sprig optional
- Angostura bitters optional
Instructions
- In a Julep cup or tall glass, lightly muddle the mint leaves in the simple syrup.
- Add the bourbon then pack the glass tightly with crushed ice.
- Stir until the bourbon and ice together until the glass is frosted on the outside.
- Top with more crushed ice to form an ice dome, and garnish with a mint sprig and a few drops of (optional) bitters.
Nutrition
Nutrition and Calories in Mint Juleps
The nutrition and calorie below are based off the sugar-free mint julep recipe below. The serving size is about 8 oz, and the recipe above is for one serving.
Important Note: As a reminder, at Lose Weight By Eating it is my goal to make you healthier, all-natural versions of your favorite recipes… not all will be “diet worthy” depending on the diet you are on. But they will be healthier versions to help curb your cravings.
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Article History:
- Originally written and published January 29, 2021 by Audrey Johns
- Updated on July 10, 2023 by Audrey Johns
