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

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?

Mint julep is the signature cocktail of the Kentucky Derby. Fox News Digital spoke with two experts who revealed some of the biggest mistakes to avoid when it comes to making the drink at home.

FOX News Senior Meteorologist Janice Dean reports from Churchill Downs, Kentucky, the site of the Kentucky Derby. She speaks with Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall about the ...

Want to know what the best bourbon is for making a Mint Julep? In anticipation of the Kentucky Derby, we set up a blind taste test to find out.

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 ...

Learn the ingredients and steps to create the iconic Kentucky Derby drink, the mint julep, featuring bourbon, simple syrup, and fresh mint. And maybe some other ingredients.

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 ...

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.

It’s a Kentucky classic.The first time I ever tasted a mint julep, I was deep in bourbon country, going on a food and whiskey tour with my friends Jim and Shirley. We were hanging out at the hotel bar ...

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 is the cocktail du jour on Kentucky Derby day. But this refreshing mix of bourbon, crushed ice and copious fresh mint appeals any day of the year.