julep

/ˈdʒuːlɪp/
noun
  1. A sweet, cold drink made with alcohol (usually bourbon or whiskey), fresh mint, sugar, and crushed ice.
    • On a hot summer day, nothing beats a refreshing mint julep.
    • The bartender prepared a classic julep with bourbon and fresh mint leaves.
    • At the Kentucky Derby, many fans celebrate by sipping a mint julep.
  2. A sweet, syrupy drink, often used as a base for medicine or a flavored beverage.
    • The pharmacist prepared a soothing julep to help with the cough.
    • In the past, a simple julep of sugar and water was used to make medicine taste better.
    • The herbalist mixed a julep with honey and lemon for a sore throat.
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