Five Derby Day Drinks That Are Just As Fabulous As A Mint Julep
Go for the classic or mix it up - the choice is yours!
The hats, the horses and the mint juleps definitely define Derby Day. And, while you may love the mint julep as much as we do, you may be craving a different sort of cocktail. But what can you drink that is still occasion appropriate? You’re in luck, because we went to work finding some awesome alternatives that are just as delicious.
Here are five cocktails to try this Derby Day that aren’t the mint julep, but are still perfect for the occasion.
Cherries And Cream Julep
Recipe courtesy of Woodford Reserve
Ingredients:
2 oz. Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon
.5 oz of Cherry juice
Half a vanilla bean pod
1 tsp. Powdered sugar
Mint Sprig, cherry and vanilla bean for garnish
Crushed ice
Directions:
In the julep cup, add .5 oz cherry juice. Add half a vanilla bean pod cut into small segments. Add 1 tsp. of powdered sugar. Muddle or mix together. Add crushed ice to 2/3 of the cup. Add 2 oz of Woodford Reserve. Top off the cup with crushed ice. Garnish with a mint sprig, real cherry, and vanilla bean pod.