Julep
Pronunciation : Ju"lep
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [F., fr. Sp. julepe, fr. Ar. & Per. julab, jullab, fr. Per. gulab rose water and julep; gul rose + ab water.]
Definition : 1. A refreshing drink flavored with aromatic herbs; esp. (Med.),
Defn: a sweet, demulcent, acidulous, or mucilaginous mixture, used as a vehicle. Milton. Honey in woods, juleps in brooks. H. Vaughan.
2. A beverage composed of brandy, whisky, or some other spirituous liquor, with sugar, pounded ice, and sprigs of mint; -- called also mint julep. [U.S.]
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913