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Julep definition

jo͝olĭp
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A mint julep.
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A mixture of water with syrup or sugar, as for drinking along with, or after taking, medicine.
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A refreshing drink flavored with aromatic herbs, especially mint.
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A sweet syrupy drink, especially one to which medicine can be added.
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Singular:
julep
Plural:
juleps

Origin of julep

  • Middle English a sugar syrup from Old French from Medieval Latin from Arabic julāb from Persian gulāb rosewater gul rose (from Middle Persian) (from Old Iranian wr̥da-) (Greek rhodon) (from earlier wrodon) āb water (from Middle Persian) (from Old Iranian āp-, ap-) (Sanskrit āpas waters)

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • From Persian گلاب (golâb).

    From Wiktionary

Julep Sentence Examples

  • You may find it difficult to order a Mint Julep while out at a bar because many bartenders are not familiar with the drink or don't keep fresh mint or simple syrup on hand.

  • I've also been deprived of the pleasure of a well made mint julep.

  • To make this quintessential southern drink, learn more about the Mint Julep and simple syrup, as well as the other ingredients and history behind this cocktail.

  • The bourbon Early Times is used to make the official Derby Julep.

  • There are four ingredients required to make a Mint Julep.

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