Kentucky Derbyherbs 4 mint sprigs; up to 5 sprigs 1 1/2 cup sugar cold water 3/4 cup lemon juice; fresh if possible 1 1/2 quart ginger ale ----GARNISH---- 1 lemon slices; thin "A mock mint julep drink." Rinse the mint and discard stems. Place the sugar, water, and lemon juice in a medium-sized bowl, mix, and stir in the mint leaves. Allow to stand for 30 minutes. Fill a large pitcher with ice cubes and strain the liquid over the ice. Add the ginger ale and lemon slices, and serve. SERVINGS: 10 TALL GLASSES SOURCE: _Drinks Without Liquor_ by Jane Brandt |
