Is there anything more refreshing than a sweet, minty, lemon-lime drink on a hot day? This non-alcoholic mint julep inspired by Disneyland is perfect for just that!
It is already getting warm here in New Mexico, and this drink is perfect for a quick pick-me-up during the day! All the flavors combine to form a delicious drink that is hard to put down!
Plus, drinking it reminds me of my trips to Disneyland, and that just makes everything more fun!
What you need for non-alcoholic mint juleps?
Non-Alcoholic Crème De Menthe Simple Syrup
- Water
- Sugar
- Peppermint Extract
Mint Julep Syrup
- Water
- Sugar
- Lime Juice
- Froze Lemonade Concentrate
- Crème de Menthe Simple Syrup
Mint Julep Drink
- Mint Julep Simple Syrup
- Water
- Club Soda
- Ice
- Garnish with lemon wedges, mint leaves, & cherries
This recipe makes extra Crème De Menthe Simple Syrup and Mint Julep Syrup so you can keep it in the refrigerator and have it ready for a fresh batch!
How to make a mint julep inspired by Disneyland?
- Make the Crème de Menth Simple Syrup by combining the water and sugar in a medium sauce pot on the stove over medium heat. Once it boils, remove from heat, allow to cool, then stir in the extract.
- Next make the mint julep syrup by combining the water and sugar in a medium sauce pot on the stove over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Then add lime juice and lemonade concentrate and bring to a boil.
- Once it boils remove from heat and stir in the Crème de Menth Simple Syrup.
- Combine 1 part Mint Julep Syrup to 5 parts Water. Add ice, stir and enjoy!
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Why do you have to make your own Creme de Menthe?
Many store-bought options contain alcohol. If you do buy from the store, make sure to check the ingredients to see if it has alcohol or not.
Growing up in northern California, my family would take a trip to the Disneyland castle every couple of years. Actually, they still do, and I usually try to find a way to go too!
We love the park and have so many wonderful memories there. One of our favorite place to take a relax at Disneyland is the New Orleans Square, where we get yummy Disneyland -shaped beignets and refreshing mint juleps!
This drink is perfect for a fun smoked ribeye dinner, or just to keep in the fridge for when you want a cool refreshing drink. Even if you’ve never been to Disneyland, you won’t want to miss this!
How to store simple syrups?
Both the Crème de Menthe simple syrup and the Mint Julep simple syrup will last a while if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
I hope you enjoy this drink as much as I do! It sure brings back lots of wonderful memories of fun with my family! Have you ever been to Disneyland? What is your favorite treat from the park? I’d love to know! Leave me a comment below!
And if you like this Disney inspired recipe check out my other Disney inspired recipes like: Mickey Mouse Sugar Cookies, Hot Cocoa Beignets, Peppermint Marshmallow Wands, and this Cranberry Mint Julep!
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Easy Mint Julep inspired by Disneyland (Non-Alcoholic)
Ingredients
Non-Alcoholic Crème de Menthe Simple Syrup*
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
Mint Julep Syrup
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup lime juice
- 6 oz frozen lemonade concentrate
- ¼ c Crème de Menthe Syrup
Mint Julep
- 2 cups Mint Julep Syrup
- 5 cups water
- 5 cups club soda* optional
- Ice*
- Lemon for garnish optional
- Mint leaves for garnish optional
- Maraschino Cherries for garnish optional
Instructions
Crème de Menthe Simple Syrup
- Dissolve sugar in water in a small pot over medium heat and bring to a boil.½ cup water, ½ cup sugar
- Once it begins boiling remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Once cooled add in extract.½ teaspoon peppermint extract
Mint Julep Syrup
- Dissolve sugar in water in a medium sized pot over medium heat.1 ½ cups sugar, 2 cups water
- Once sugar is dissolved, add lime juice, and lemonade concentrate and bring to a boil.1 cup lime juice, 6 oz frozen lemonade concentrate
- Once it begins boiling remove from heat and add in the Crème de Menthe.¼ c Crème de Menthe Syrup
- Let cool completely.
Mint Julep Drink
- Combine 1 part Mint Julep Syrup to 5 parts water (2 cups Mint Julep Syrup to 10 cups water). Add ice and stir.2 cups Mint Julep Syrup, 5 cups water, 5 cups club soda*, Ice*
- Garnish with lemon slices, mint leaves, cherries, and enjoy!Lemon for garnish, Mint leaves for garnish, Maraschino Cherries for garnish
Notes
- You can buy Crème de Menthe syrup from your grocery store if you don’t want to make it. It is found near the alcohol/liquor section. Just make sure to buy a non-alcoholic version for this recipe.
- I like to use club soda for half of my water because I love the carbonation, but it isn’t necessary for the drink. If not using carbonated water use plain water instead.
- This drink is extra refreshing if it’s nice and cold so I like to add lots of ice!
- There are many recipes for a copycat mint julep online and we all use similar ingredients but have different ratios!
- Nutrition info is an estimate
Nutrition
This post was updated with new pictures on 6/24/2024
Traci says
Making mint julep for a baby shower tomorrow
Is it 5cups club soda and 5cups water or 2 1/2 of each
Thanks
Lisa says
Its 5 cups of each- you can use just plain water for a total of 10 cups of water but I like to use 5 cups of club soda for some carbonation.
sondria Harp says
OMG how fun is this! I'll be honest I've only tried the alcoholic version of this and wasn't a fan, but this one has promise. I'll let you know how it goes.
Lisa says
Awesome! I hope you like it!
Stephanie says
I sooo appreciate that you made this recipe non-alcoholic! I don't like alcohol but this drink looks super yummy 😀
Lisa says
Thank you!
Melve says
Mint Julep’s refreshing mint perfect for this summer. Sounds good and exciting. Thanks for sharing,
Allison Hanson says
This looks perfect for summer, and I love all things Disney. This is on the must try list!
Jacqueline says
Wow this is such a great idea for summer parties. And since summer is just around the corner here in Italy, I'm definitely going to try it out!
Anna says
This looks delicious and perfect for lazy summer days!
Lisa says
Yes definitely!
Camila says
such a delicious and refreshing drink! Perfect for the upcoming summer!! Thank you for sharing this deliciousness!
Lisa says
You're welcome!
Samantha H. says
This looks so refreshing! I love a good mint julep, but I can't drink bourbon so I am totally in love with this idea! Plus I love to serve non-alcoholic drinks at parties so everyone can have some.
Lisa says
Me too!
Beth says
What a fun drink! This would be great for kids and adults alike! Very clever to make your own mint julep simple syrup!
Lisa says
Thank you!