May 30 is National Mint Julep Day! Mint juleps have been a staple at Disneyland park since 1966, with the opening of the Mint Julep Bar in New Orleans Square. Today, there are several varieties of this iconic beverage served at the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. To celebrate, we’re sharing an exclusive recipe for a Green Tea Berry Mint Julep from the Disney Recipe Vault with you.
EPCOT International Flower & Garden festival serves refreshing beverages every year. The Green Tea Mint Julep was a fan-favorite several years ago, and now you can make it at home anytime! The mint syrup can be made up to two weeks in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
GREEN TEA BERRY MINT JULEP
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Serves 1
MINT-INFUSED SIMPLE SYRUP
3/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
GREEN TEA BERRY MINT JULEP
5 ounces water
1 green tea bag
1 ounce blackberry purée
1 1/2 ounces raspberry syrup
1/2 ounce reserved mint-infused simple syrup
1 ounce lime juice
Fresh berries
Mint leaves
FOR MINT-INFUSED SIMPLE SYRUP:
- Wash and chop mint leaves.
- Bring sugar, water, and mint leaves to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Simmer for 2 minutes. Pour through fine-mesh sieve, pressing hard on leaves.
- Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
FOR GREEN TEA BERRY MINT JULEP:
- Bring water to a boil, then cool for 1 minute. Pour into a heat-proof container.
- Add tea bag and steep for 2 to 3 minutes; remove tea bag and cool tea.
- Combine cooled tea in a shaker with blackberry purée, raspberry syrup, mint-infused simple syrup, and lime juice. Shake and strain over ice into a tall glass.
- Garnish with fresh berries and mint.
Cook’s Note: Toss into a blender with ice for a delectable frozen julep. If you’re over the age of 21, add 1 1/4 ounces of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey for an adult twist.
Always use caution when handling sharp objects and hot contents.
Please supervise children who are helping or nearby.
This recipe has been converted from a larger quantity in the restaurant kitchens.
The flavor profile may vary from the restaurant’s version.
Here is a list of a few places to find non-alcoholic mint juleps as well as a few with alcohol for guests 21 and older at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort:
Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park
Blue Bayou Restaurant
- 31 Royal Street Signature Julep (non-alcoholic)
- Mint Julep (non-alcoholic)
Cafe Orleans
- Bourbon Julep: Bourbon, citrus, and mint
- Mint Julep (non-alcoholic)
Mint Julep Bar (Mobile order available)
- Mango & Peach Mint Julep: Flavored with mango, topped with peach purée, and diced mango (non-alcoholic, available until August 23)
- New Orleans Mint Julep: A refreshing mint drink with a hint of lime flavor (non-alcoholic)
Disney California Adventure Park
Magic Key Terrace (available to Magic Key holders only)
- Mint Julep Cocktail: Old Forester bourbon, apricot liqueur, agave, lemon juice, and soda water garnished with a sprig of mint
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Napa Rose
- Mint Julep: Muddled fresh mint, lime juice, and ginger ale (non-alcoholic)
Downtown Disney District
Beignets Expressed
- Frozen Mint Julep (non-alcoholic)
Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio
- Mint Julep: Bourbon, house-infused mint simple syrup, and fresh mint leaves
Walt Disney World Resort
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Turf Club Bar and Grill and Turf Club Lounge
- Mint Julep: Woodford Reserve Bourbon muddled with fresh mint and agave nectar
On the Rocks Pool Bar and The Paddock Grill
- Frozen Mint Julep: Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon muddled with fresh mint and agave nectar
- Seasonal Frozen Mint Julep: Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon muddled with fresh mint and agave nectar with raspberry purée
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(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)