mint julep

noun

Examples of mint julep in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Today, the mint julep, which is made with bourbon, is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby. Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 21 Mar. 2024 The rituals associated with the horse race in Louisville — including sipping mint juleps while wearing opulent attire — are irresistible for many social climbers. Bill Brownlee, Kansas City Star, 30 Jan. 2024 How to make a classic mint julep — and 2 refreshing variations Cucumber Verdita The ingredients in this recipe read a little more like a cold soup — pineapple, cucumber, cilantro, mint and jalapeño — but it’s designed to be paired with a good sipping tequila. Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 8 July 2023 Or mix in your favorite holiday drink for your dinner party cocktail hour: Try a version of lemonade, mint julep, spritz, or white wine sangria to get the clear, transparent look. Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2023 Smaller bouquets in mint julep cups bring in hints of reds and yellows to add to the predominant color of green. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2023 Then, mix up a crowd-size take on refreshing mint juleps (which, by the way, have never gone out of style). Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2023 Has the mint julep, which has been around since the 18th century, met its match? Emily Heil, Washington Post, 1 Sep. 2023 On Friday and Saturday of Derby week, Churchill Downs will serve 120,000 mint juleps, using 10,000 bottles of bourbon and 1,000 pounds of fresh mint. BostonGlobe.com, 24 July 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mint julep was in 1809

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“Mint julep.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mint%20julep. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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