With the Derby just 4 days away, let’s make a classic Mint Julep. Fun fact: the Mint Julep has been the official drink of the Kentucky Derby since 1938. If you’re interested in a batched, pour-and-serve version, that is posted after the single serve version. Recipe: Mint Julep Ingredients: ~6 to 8 large mint leaves* ~0.5 oz simple syrup (I usually go just a touch under) 2 oz Kentucky bourbon Mint sprig for garnish Build: Add mint* and simple syrup to a julep cup or rocks glas

Move over Mimosas and Bloody Maries, there's a new Brunch Cocktail in town. Recipe: Breakfast Old Fashioned Ingredients: 1.5 oz bacon fat washed bourbon 0.5 oz maple simple syrup (or 0.25 oz pure maple syrup) 2 dashes orange bitters 4 dashes Coffee Bitters Build: 2 options, Traditional and built in glass Traditional Build Style: In a mixing glass with ice, add bourbon, maple simple, and bitters. Stir to chill, then strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice (preferably a large