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Often called the "most exciting two minutes in sports," the Kentucky Derby is a time-honored tradition, marked by a time-honored cocktail: the famous Mint Julep!
The Mint Julep has been the Derby's signature drink for seventy years, and each year during the Kentucky Derby nearly 120,000 mint juleps are served at Churchill Downs, the home of the Kentucky Derby.
Trust us, whether you follow the race or not, a Mint Julep (or two!) is the perfect way to enjoy Derby Day with some friends.
We're offering you two versions of the Mint Julep: one is the classic cocktail, Derby-style, and the other is our very own Julip with a fun twist.
On May 2nd, get ready to place your bets. May the best horse--and cocktail--win!
Bonus? Throw in the simplest snack recipe ever--everybody's favorite "Derby Dogs" (AKA pigs in a blanket)--for the Triple Crown of Derby entertaining!
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Ingredients
- 1-2 Packages of cold crescent roll dough (this can be found in the dairy aisle of your local supermarket)
- 1-2 Packages of mini 100% beef hot dogs
Steps
- Once you unroll the lump of dough from its package, simply cut each triangular piece of dough in half.
- Roll one mini hot dog in each piece of dough, and then bake in them all on a cookie sheet for about twenty minutes. Serve warm with mustard and ketchup.
Photo Taken By pbody. It's the classic mint julep that will instantly take you away to the derby with just one sip.
Ingredients
- 4 Fresh Mint Sprigs
- 2.5 Ounces Bourbon Whiskey
- 3 Tablespoon Simple Syrup
Steps
- Muddle the mint leaves and simply syrup in a Collins glass.
- Fill the glass with shaved or crushed ice. Add the bourbon, then top the mixture off with more ice.
- Garnish with a mint sprig.
Delicious and refreshing, a perfect combo for any drink!
Ingredients
- 1.5 Oz Rum
- Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
- Dash of Simple Syrup
- Torn Basil Leaves
- Torn Mint Leaves
- Splash of Proseco
Steps
- Muddle the mint and basil in a shaker and top with ice, rum, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously. Pour into a highball glass and top with Proseco.
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