The Mint Julep a Kentucky Derby Tradition

This is John Apodaca with Daddy-O's Martinis. This Saturday is start of the Kentucky Derby which has been a tradition in Louisville Kentucky since 1875 at Churchill Downs. Many spectators will be flocking to the races to pick a hopeful thoroughbred winner for themselves.

Some of the traditions that surround the races are women dressed in fine outfits  lavishly accessorized with large elaborate hats. As horsed are being paraded around the before the grandstands, the University of Kentucky plays the song My Old Kentucky Home also Burgoo at thick stew consisting of beef, chicken, pork and vegetables is served all day at the derby.  The favorite of traditions is the Mint Julep the official drink of the derby which is made up of Bourbon, Sugar, water and fresh mint. The earliest mention of the this Southern drink refresher dates back to 1803

The Mint Julep

2 oz Powdered sugar
1 oz water
4 Sprigs of fresh mint
4 oz Makers Mark bourbon