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!

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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.

adding mint extract to saucepan — Let everything dissolve before adding 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.

adding lemonade concentrate to sauce pan — Adding the lime and lemon flavors are key for the best taste!

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!

pitcher full of non-alcoholic mint julep — This is such a delicious and refreshing Disney inspired Mint Julep!

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 Disneyland 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, it’s-a-hot-day-let’s-take-a-rest places is the New Orleans Square where we get yummy mickey shaped beignets and refreshing mint juleps!

non-alcoholic mint julep in cup with cherry — What a fun drink for the hot days of summer!

This drink is perfect for a fun 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)

Author: Lisa

This Disney inspired mint julep is perfect for a hot day. The Mint Julep’s refreshing mint, lemon, and lime flavors will make you believe you are back at Disneyland!

4.73 from 29 votes

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 5

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 25

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings cups

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

Tips and Tricks

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

Calories: 97kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 17mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg

Keyword disneyland mint julep, Mint Julep

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