mint julep
alcoholic beverage
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A mint julep is a classic alcoholic beverage with a history dating back to at least 1809. It is a type of julep, which traditionally consists of liquor, sugar, crushed ice, and mint. Bourbon or brandy are common liquors used in a mint julep.12
The mint julep is famously associated with the Kentucky Derby, where drinking them is a popular tradition. The drink is also known for being garnished with mint.32
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