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If you want to celebrate the Kentucky Derby with a festive cocktail, look no further than this list of creative cocktail ideas for your Derby fun! The Kentucky Derby horse race runs every spring and is known for elegant clothing, elaborate hats, and the famous mint julep cocktail.
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There are a multitude of variations on the traditional mint julep. Get inspired for your Derby fun with cocktails like these!
Kentucky Derby Cocktails
A perfect indulgence for your Derby activities! It’s an updated twist on the official Derby beverage.
Spring + Ginger + Mint = a great option for a spring cocktail!
Get your berry fix with this light & fruity cocktail. Perfect for any Derby party!
Place your bets and make a huge pitcher of this refreshing cocktail.
Blueberries, mint, bourbon, ...and tonic? This is a refreshing spin on a classic cocktail.
Fun. Tropical. Sweet and tart!
Bourbon, lime, and ginger beer are all you need to make this simple cocktail.
A southerner’s take on this Kentucky Derby signature drink.
If you’re looking for a gin cocktail instead, this is for you! Gin, mint, lemon, and mint!
This recipe is the signature Kentucky Derby cocktail! Did you know that about 120,000 Mint Juleps are served on Derby Day?
Perfectly festive for a derby party! Especially if it’s a warm day!
This recipe is a mocktail, but would be easy to add bourbon or even vodka if you prefer!
A few more obscure ingredients build this unique cocktail! Grapefruit, honey, bourbon, and rosemary create a delicious cocktail.
Add some fresh strawberries to this traditional beverage for sweetness and pretty color!
Chilled and refreshing, this is super simple for your Derby plans!
Bourbon, vodka, pumpkin spice, and everything nice in this cocktail!
Smash your own fresh strawberries to make this cocktail! Plus, you can use ginger beer or club soda to finish it off!
Jazz up your standard iced tea with a little bourbon and blood orange liqueur!
Named for another famous horse race, this punch packs some serious flavors! Bourbon, sour, OJ, cranberry juice, cream sherry, and a lemon-lime soda make a great Derby beverage.
A spin on the traditional recipe with a bit of lavender!
This keto-friendly mocktail is super simple if you’ve got dietary restrictions or have young ones at your Derby festivities.
Drink it like a slushie or eat it with a spoon!
A tangy and sweet option for the signature Kentucky Derby beverage!
Light and fresh idea with cucumber, gin, St. Germain, and Chartreuse!
Infuse your vodka with green Jolly Ranchers, add a little melon liqueur, and enjoy this fruity cocktail during the horse race.
This is more known as the signature cocktail for the Preakness (another popular horse race), but it’s perfect for those who can’t decide between whiskey or vodka
Uses a mint simple syrup and freshly muddled blackberries for a delicious beverage.
This is a crisp non-alcoholic beverage, but you can definitely add vodka!
If you love mint iced tea, this is a perfect recipe to start mixing with!
Are you inspired to create your own Kentucky Derby cocktail yet? There are so many fun ideas here to get you started. Enjoy those fresh, springy flavors as you watch the horses race this spring!
