Tip 1: Slap the mint garnish between your palms before placing it in the drink to release aromatic oils without the bitterness that comes from over-muddling. Tip 2: For an elevated experience ...

Mint julep: A history of the Derby's drink. 00:58 . CNN — It’s impossible to think of another cocktail and sporting event so closely interwoven as the potent, ...

The mint julep became the official drink during the 1930s, when Churchill Downs started serving it in souvenir julep cups, which it ordered for the first time in 1937, according to Sarah Brown ...

In 1939, the mint julep became the signature drink of the Kentucky Derby. Because the glasses the drinks were served in were a popular target for sticky fingers, Churchill Downs began selling mint ...

The mint julep became the official drink during the 1930s, when Churchill Downs started serving it in souvenir julep cups, which it ordered for the first time in 1937, according to Sarah Brown ...

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 Honey Mint Julep is a simple 3-ingredient cocktail perfect for celebrating the Kentucky Derby. In it, honey syrup, mint, and bourbon are topped with plenty of crushed ice to create the perfect ...

The mint julep became the official drink during the 1930s, when Churchill Downs started serving it in souvenir julep cups, which it ordered for the first time in 1937, according to Sarah Brown ...

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 ice ...