Customer Reviews

Mint Julep Cup - 10 fl oz

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Out of eight ordered, two had poor surface quality. They are still functional, and once they get frosty from the ice, the flaws don't even show.

Some of the cups had pits in the nickel plating. Nothing much larger than a pin point, but you'd think a new cup would have an unblemished surface. Otherwise, nice cups.

These are durable, good thickness and great for making mint juleps. They need to be polished every so often.

Every first Saturday in May I celebrate the Kentucky Derby with a fresh Mint Julep. This cup is the perfect item to use as it frosts evenly with the crushed ice ingredient and provides an icy concoction for the duration of the drink. Every Mint Julep recipe I have found recommends using a metal cup; and, this item fits the bill perfectly.

We enjoyed having these cups for the Kentucky Derby and helped make the gathering of friends seem closer to being at the Derby minus the rain. However, we found that they are great for keeping drinks cold when we sit out on the deck at night. I keep them in the freezer and we have anything from chilled tea to cocktails. They also make an elegant serving dish for fruit freezes.