mint julep

Thân thiện

A bartender prepares a mint julep in a silver cup.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of alcoholic beverage: A "mint julep" is a mixed drink traditionally made with bourbon whiskey, sugar, mint, and crushed ice. It is strongly associated with the American South and the Kentucky Derby.

Usage Examples

• Noun:

Advanced Usage

• Cultural Reference: The "mint julep" is often used as a symbol of Southern hospitality and tradition.

Variants and Related Words

• Julep (Noun): A sweet drink, often medicated; the term from which "mint julep" is derived.

Synonyms

• Cocktail: A general term for a mixed alcoholic drink.
• Mixed drink: A beverage made by mixing different types of alcohol and other ingredients.

Related Phrases

• To sip a mint julep: To drink a mint julep slowly.

Học thuật

Noun

1. bourbon and sugar and mint over crushed ice

Từ đồng nghĩa

• julep