Disney Mint Julep Recipe – Mint Julep is a drink that goes way back. Traditionally an alcoholic drink that was enjoyed in the Southern States of the USA. A refreshing mint and lemon drink with the warmness of bourbon.
Disney is famed for its food and drinks, and around the mid-nineties, felt there was a real need to have a Southern-inspired drink available, and the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail was created.
It has qualities of the original, but the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail can be non-alcoholic as well as alcoholic with the bourbon, making it the perfect option to consider.
You will typically find the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail in the Mint Julep Bar. It is situated just across the way from the New Orleans Square.
Heading here will surely be a delight because not only can you enjoy the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail but you will also be able to experience a beignet in the shape of Mickey Mouse. What is not to love?
However, if you can’t get to Disney right now but want to enjoy a Disney Mint Julep Cocktail then here is everything you need to know to create it at home.
Ingredients needed for the Disney Mint Julep Recipe
First of all, grab all of the ingredients that you need.
- 3 oz Simple Syrup
- 2- 6 oz frozen lemonade, thawed
- 8 oz club soda
- 6 oz Bourbon
- 6 oz Creme de menthe
- 8-12 mint leaves for garnish
- Ice
What about the garnish?
Whether you choose a fancy glass, have a cocktail umbrella, or like the idea of adding glazed cherries or other fruits like lemon, you can choose what you like. At the parks, you might find a glazed cherry and a handful of mint.
Will you need anything else?
You will need a larger pitcher-type jug so that you can combine all of the lovely juices and ice together.
How to make the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail
Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 5 min
Makes 4 cocktail drinks to fit an 8oz glass each.
What glass? Get creative and pick something fancy
- First up, get all of your ingredients together, along with a pitcher-style jug, your chosen glasses, and something to stir with such as a large wooden spoon. In a large pitcher add all ingredients except fresh mint and ice.
- Give it a good stir until everything is combined.
- Pour into ice filled glasses and garnish with mint and anything else you have chosen to add.
- Enjoy your Disney Mint Julep Cocktail.
Recipe Notes and tips
Making this recipe is a great way to rekindle those memories of a recent trip to Disney and is the perfect option
- Make sure you have a large pitcher-style jug to hand. It is the only way to ensure that you combine all of the ingredients together to get that refreshing taste. A large punch bowl could also work.
- Ice is such an important factor in any cocktail. Don’t leave this out!
- This is a great cocktail to make non-alcoholic so that the children can enjoy it as well. Just mix all of the non-alcoholic ingredients together and then pour over ice in your chosen glasses. Garnish just as you would your own drink. The kids will love it and it is such a refreshing taster.
Variations to try
While this is copying the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail for something that you may have only experienced in the Mint Julep Bar at Disneyland, that doesn’t mean to say that once you have tried it out a few times that you can’t make this your own.
There will always be a few different variations to try. Here are some suggestions to consider.
- You can make this non-alcoholic by not adding the rum. Add some fruit pieces to the juice to give it a playful twist.
- If you are not a fan of bourbon, then vodka or rum could be great alternatives. It obviously won’t give you the same flavour as a traditional Disney Mint Julep Cocktail but it is worth trying.
- Garnishing your cocktail is up to you. Traditionally you may remember glazed cherries and mint, but you can choose how you wish to garnish this cocktail. Citrus fruits would make a great addition, and let’s not forget a sparkler and an umbrella to give it the wow factor.
- This is definitely a summer drink and one you might want to double up on the quantities and serve outside on a warm summer’s day. Perfect for a BBQ with all of your friends and family.
FAQs
Of course, there will always be questions that everyone might have when it comes to trying a few different recipes. With this Disney Mint Julep Cocktail, here are some of the common questions that you might have.
Can it be made ahead of time?
This is a great recipe to make ahead of time. It would be recommended to combine all of the ingredients together in your pitcher and then store it in the fridge until you need it. Make sure to give it a good stir again before serving.
Can I make more of the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail in one go?
Yes, absolutely! Just double up the quantities if you have space in your chosen pitcher. You could also use one of the larger punch bowl sets if you have one. This could give you more volume to add more drinks to it.
How long can I store the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail?
When stored correctly, you can store the drink in the fridge for a few hours. You could store it completely or just choose to leave out the bourbon and then add that bit before serving. Make sure you give the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail a good stir and add in the bourbon before serving though.
Where should I store the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail?
You should store it in the fridge when you don’t want to drink it. Although if we are honest, it will likely be consumed very quickly.
Hopefully, this will have encouraged you to give the Disney Mint Julep Cocktail a try.
