Two Classic Cocktails for your Derby at Home Mon, Dec 12, 22 | recipes And they’re off! Grab your biggest hat and pick up a bottle of Woodford Reserve — it’s time to celebrate the return of the Kentucky Derby! In true Molly’s fashion, we’re serving up two drink recipes perfect for celebrating what many refer to as “the greatest two minutes in sports” right from the comfort of your home. It only makes sense that we start with the official drink of the Derby, the Mint Julep. This classic cocktail is a must for your virtual Derby party. Just because this year is going to look a bit untraditional doesn’t mean you have to miss out on this tasty tradition. Mint Julep What You Need: 2 oz. Woodford Reserve ½ oz. Simple Syrup 3 Fresh Mint Leaves Crushed Ice Instructions: Express the essential oils in the mint leaves Rub the mint leaves inside the glass Add simple syrup, bourbon and crushed ice Stir ingredients Garnish with more ice and fresh mint If the Mint Julep isn’t your style or maybe you want to mix it up, we’ve got another Derby-ready drink that you can sit back and enjoy. The Spire is a refreshing, crisp cocktail that’ll get you geared up for the Race for the Roses. Plus, it’s easy to make and should only take you a few minutes. Spire What You Need: 1 ½ oz. Woodford Reserve 2 oz. Lemonade 1 oz. Cranberry Juice Crushed Ice Instructions: Combine bourbon, lemonade, and cranberry juice in a rocks glass with ice Garnish with a lemon twist Still not sure if you’ve got the skills to serve up these two favorites? We’ve got you covered with a virtual cocktail class happening this Thursday (8/26) at 5:30pm on IG Live. Tune in for step-by-step instructions so that you can impress with these themed cocktails.
