Mint Juleps and The Kentucky Derby

It’s that time – time for Mint Juleps and The Kentucky Derby. I’m not originally from Kentucky, but I can definitely get behind a sport that involves Bourbon, fancy hats and a race that lasts 2 minutes. Especially if I’ve found myself with a winning ticket.

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Wherever you’re spending Derby, make sure you have the right ingredients to mix yourself up a Julep, be it Mint, Champagne, or Strawberry. See below for recipes.

Traditional Mint Julep

• 2 parts Bourbon
• 1/2 part simple syrup
• Fresh mint

-muddle these ingredients-
Add lots of ice
garnish with mint

Champagne Julep

• 2 parts Bourbon
• 1/2 part elderflower liqueur
• Champagne
• Fresh mint

-muddle these ingredients-
Add lots of ice
Top with Champagne
garnish with mint and lemon peel

Sweet Tea Mint Julep

• 2 parts Bourbon
• 2 parts freshly brewed and chilled black tea
• 1 part fresh lemon juice
• 1 part simple syrup
• Fresh mint leaves

-muddle these ingredients-
Give it a quick shake and strain into a glass
Add crushed ice
garnish with mint sprig and a lemon wedge

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Bourbon Ball Julep

• 2 parts Bourbon
• 1/4 part Amaretto
• 1/4 part Crème de Cocoa
• Fresh mint leaves
• Crushed pecans

Add all ingredients except for pecans to a julep cup.
-muddle these ingredients-
Add crushed ice.
Garnish with a mint sprig and crushed pecans.

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