Get ready to saddle up for Thirsty Thursday Cocktails, Episode 16! 🐎💨 With the thunder of hooves echoing in the distance, we’re gearing up for the 151st Kentucky Derby this Saturday by diving headfirst into the legendary Mint Julep! 🎉

Forget those watered-down imitations! We’re unlocking the secrets to crafting a truly electrifying Mint Julep, the quintessential Derby Day sipper. We’ll round up the champions of flavor: vibrant, fragrant fresh mint leaves, the perfect touch of sweetness with sugar or silky simple syrup, a mountain of frosty crushed ice, and of course, the heart and soul – authentic Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey! 🥃

Then, prepare to witness the magic as we take these stellar ingredients and transform them into liquid gold! 🔄 We’ll guide you step-by-step through the time-honored techniques, ensuring your Mint Julep isn’t just a drink, but an experience.

Whether you’re a seasoned cocktail connoisseur with a taste for the finer things or a curious newcomer eager to explore the world of bourbon, this episode is your ticket to Mint Julep mastery. Get ready to impress your Derby Day crew or simply treat yourself to a taste of Southern tradition. Let’s stir up some excitement! ✨

Background of The Mint Julep: 

U.S. Senator Henry Clay of Kentucky is credited with introducing the bourbon-based mint julep to Washington, D.C., around 1850, popularizing it beyond the South. 

The mint julep’s association with horse racing, particularly in Kentucky, grew in the 19th century. By the 1820s, silver cups were awarded to winning jockeys, possibly contributing to the tradition of serving juleps in silver cups, which also frost nicely due to the crushed ice.

The Kentucky Derby, established in 1875, further solidified this connection. In 1938, the mint julep became the official drink of the Kentucky Derby. Churchill Downs began serving it in souvenir glasses in 1939, which became highly collectible. Today, around 120,000 mint juleps are estimated to be consumed during the Kentucky Derby weekend.

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NOTE: The spirits and items in this review were purchased by us. We were not compensated by the producers for this review. Please drink responsibly.