The Mint Julep is a fine Southern tradition dating back to the 18th Century, as well as the official drink of the Kentucky Derby since 1938. Since 2013, Louisville has designated April as "Mint Julep Month®" celebrating the famous Bourbon cocktail along with the arrival of Spring in Kentucky. Enjoy Mint Julep and Kentucky Derby-inspired festivities all month long as we lead up to the first Saturday in May and “the most exciting two minutes in sports”.
Distillery bars are one of the best ways to sample your favorite Bourbon brands in hand-crafted, specialty cocktails, on-site where the spirits are created. During April, the below distilleries will be offering their unique take on the classic Mint Julep and you'll receive a special gift when you order one - a Love & Victory Mint Julep lapel pin.
Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
At ON3 Bar, Evan Williams will feature a traditional Mint Julep along with a signature version of the classic.
Old Forester Distillery
In George’s bar, Old Forester will feature the classic Mint Julep along with three riffs on the original: a Raspberry Chambord, a Spicy Jalapeño, and a Cold Brew Mint Julep.
Shop, Wear, and Decorate with Mint Juleps
Kentucky makers are featuring the mint julep in everything from tea, to apparel, to toiletries....
A trip to the Kentucky Derby wouldn’t be complete without sipping on the official drink of the...
Take a Julep Journey Around Louisville
Get some fresh air (and maybe a little Bourbon) on this walkable journey for juleps.
Mint Juleps on the Urban Bourbon Trail
Redeem your completed Urban Bourbon Trail passport during the month of April at the Louisville Visitor Center and you'll be rewarded with a bonus prize - a souvenir Louisville Mint Julep cup!
Learn MoreDerby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
301 S. Fourth St.\r\n4th & Jefferson
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
Get your Derby fascinators and hats at the Louisville Visitor Center now through Derby Day. Huge variety of women's and men's styles ranging from $30 to $90.
Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
301 S. Fourth St.\r\n4th & Jefferson
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
Get your Derby fascinators and hats at the Louisville Visitor Center now through Derby Day. Huge variety of women's and men's styles ranging from $30 to $90.
Bourbon & Bridles Experience
704 Central Ave.
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
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What do you get when you pour a jigger of Bourbon, add a dash of Thoroughbreds and mix in a Mint Julep cup? The complete Bourbon and Bridles Experience. You’ll...
Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
301 S. Fourth St.\r\n4th & Jefferson
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
Get your Derby fascinators and hats at the Louisville Visitor Center now through Derby Day. Huge variety of women's and men's styles ranging from $30 to $90.
Foalin' Around - Mint Julep Hayride
10500 W. Hwy 42
Goshen, Kentucky 40026
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Foalin' Around - Mint Julep Hayride
Spring has sprung at Hermitage Farm which means it's time for foaling season! Join us at Hermitage Farm, Mint Julep in hand, on our tractor pulled hayride...
Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
301 S. Fourth St.\r\n4th & Jefferson
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
Get your Derby fascinators and hats at the Louisville Visitor Center now through Derby Day. Huge variety of women's and men's styles ranging from $30 to $90.
Foalin' Around - Mint Julep Hayride
10500 W. Hwy 42
Goshen, Kentucky 40026
Details
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Foalin' Around - Mint Julep Hayride
Spring has sprung at Hermitage Farm which means it's time for foaling season! Join us at Hermitage Farm, Mint Julep in hand, on our tractor pulled hayride...
Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
301 S. Fourth St.\r\n4th & Jefferson
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Details
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Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
Get your Derby fascinators and hats at the Louisville Visitor Center now through Derby Day. Huge variety of women's and men's styles ranging from $30 to $90.
Foalin' Around - Mint Julep Hayride
10500 W. Hwy 42
Goshen, Kentucky 40026
Details
Open in Google Maps
Foalin' Around - Mint Julep Hayride
Spring has sprung at Hermitage Farm which means it's time for foaling season! Join us at Hermitage Farm, Mint Julep in hand, on our tractor pulled hayride...
Bourbon & Bridles Experience
704 Central Ave.
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
Details
Open in Google Maps
What do you get when you pour a jigger of Bourbon, add a dash of Thoroughbreds and mix in a Mint Julep cup? The complete Bourbon and Bridles Experience. You’ll...
Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
301 S. Fourth St.\r\n4th & Jefferson
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Details
Open in Google Maps
Derby Hats at the Louisville Visitor Center
Get your Derby fascinators and hats at the Louisville Visitor Center now through Derby Day. Huge variety of women's and men's styles ranging from $30 to $90.
Foalin' Around - Mint Julep Hayride
10500 W. Hwy 42
Goshen, Kentucky 40026
Details
Open in Google Maps
Foalin' Around - Mint Julep Hayride
Spring has sprung at Hermitage Farm which means it's time for foaling season! Join us at Hermitage Farm, Mint Julep in hand, on our tractor pulled hayride...
