How the mint julep became an iconic Kentucky Derby cocktail and the official recipe to make it at home Kentucky is known for both bourbon and horse racing, which go hand in hand.

Celebrate the 2025 Kentucky Derby with a commemorative Mint Julep Glass that just dropped on Amazon for less than $20 ahead of this weekend's event.

Just like eccentric outfits and outlandish hats, the mint julep is a staple this time of year at the racetrack. So, how did the mint julep become the official drink of the Kentucky Derby?

As the Kentucky Derby returns for the 151st time, plenty of at-home watch parties feature mint julep on the menu. Paula Deen and a cocktail expert reveal some of the biggest mistakes to avoid.

The iconic mint julep cocktail has been the signature drink of the Kentucky Derby since 1938.

The mint julep has been the official drink of the Kentucky Derby since 1939, although its origins trace back to the first Derby Day in 1875. This iconic bourbon cocktail is still served to ...

The 2025 Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday, May 3, and whether you watch in person or enjoy the scene from home, chances are you may do so with a mint julep in hand. Mint, sugar, crushed ...

Technically, the Kentucky Derby is about horse racing. While wearing a hat was once a functional choice for attendees (it ...

Why is the Mint Julep a Kentucky Derby tradition? Fans cheer as they watch race 1 prior to the running of the 148th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 07, 2022 in Louisville, Kentucky.

Kentucky Derby Mint Julep The Kentucky Derby pours Old Forester bourbon in their juleps, but high-quality, high-proof bourbons like Old Grandad 114 or Blanton’s can give the drink a stronger ...

The Mint Julep is at least 100 years older than the Kentucky Derby, originating in the U.S. in the mid-to-late 1700s, and has been served at Churchill Downs since the race’s inception in 1875.

RELATED: Kentucky Derby 2025 - Past winners, dress code, tickets, history, records, top jockeys Thousands of guests will be enjoying a mint julep at Churchill Downs on race day as we celebrate 150 ...