The Kentucky Derby is a great American tradition that is celebrated nationwide the first weekend of May. People flaunt their beautiful dresses, hats, and suits, party decorations, cheer on the horses, throw down their bets and spend the day partying. They care about betting and dressing up, but they do care even more about Derby cocktails and food.
Here's are simple Kentucky Derby party tips for cocktail drinks and decorations.
Kentucky Derby Cocktail Drinks
A good derby cocktail should be bright and refreshing that could hydrate people under the Louisville sun.
Mint Julep
Kentucky Derby and Mint Julep are inseparable. It's a signature drink and it never goes out of style.
Here's what you need:
2oz Woodford Reserve bourbon
2 teaspoons 2:1 Turbinado or Muscovado, syrup
Fresh spearmint or peppermint
Crushed ice
Here's how to mix it:
Kentucky Gambler Punch
Here's what you need:
1 bottle of Woodford Reserve
2 liters of fresh brewed tea
15 lemons
1/2 cup sugar
15 sprigs of mint
1 large punch bowl
Here's how to prepare it:
Kentucky Derby Party Decorations
Rose and Boxwood Topiaries
Since the Kentucky Derby's nickname is “Run for the Roses”, why not decorate your food and drink table with the classic flowers, roses? Rose and boxwood topiaries are great centerpieces or tabletop decorations.
Roses and Wine Glass Charms
Roses are classic flowers used for Derby parties. It's easy to incorporate into any party decor especially to any spring party. If you have your own rose garden, you can use some as centerpieces for your food and drink tables. If you don't have any fresh roses, you can buy some artificial roses. You can also decorate your venue with roses. You can create a wreath and hung on your door, put some roses into vases or create garlands of roses and drape around the back of the chairs.
You can also use some floral themed plates, cups and napkins to give some color inspiration and match your decoration. Kentucky Derby Party Wine Charms are great party decorations for your wine glasses. These beautiful charms will impressively identify your guests' glassware on Derby Day!
1 comment
Bonnie Palis
Love my new charms and will be using them during the Derby. Thanks for the creativity.