I’m apologize, I don’t have an inside tip to help you pick the winning horse for the Kentucky Derby. However I can give you TWO inside tips on how to make delectable Mint Juleps. The official adult beverage of the Kentucky Derby is the Mint Julep and we have two twists on the classic. The first thing you’re going to need is a top-notch bourbon whiskey, such as the award-winning, small batch Basil Hayden’s. Here are two delightful and fresh Mint Juleps cocktail recipes that will make you love the Kentucky Derby even if your pick the wrong horses.
Peach Mint Julep
Ingredients:
- 1/2 Cup Basil Hayden’s Bourbon Whiskey
- 8-10 Mint Leaves plus sprigs for garnish
- 2 Teaspoons Sugar
- 1 1/2 Cups Peach Juice
- 4 Peach Slices, Cut Up
- 12 Ounces Club Soda
- Splash of Peach Liqueur
- Crushed Ice
Directions:
- In a medium bowl or pitcher, combine mint and sugar
- Muddle mint leaves and peaches in cocktail shaker
- Add peach liquer, ice and Basil Hayden’s Bourbon Whiskey into cocktail shaker
- Fine strain into glass with crushed ice and club soda
- Garnish with mint sprig
Basil Hayden’s Jockey’s Julep
Ingredients:
- 2 Parts Basil Hayden’s Bourbon Whiskey
- 8-10 Mint Leaves
- 8 Blueberries
- 1 Part Fresh Lime Juice
- 3/4 Parts Simple Syrup
Directions:
- Muddle mint leaves and blueberries in cocktail shaker
- Add Basil Hayden’s Bourbon Whiskey, lime juice, syrup and shake over ice
- Fine strain into a rocks glass with crushed ice
- Garnish with blueberries and a sprig of mint
*A sample was provided, however no compensation was received for this article
