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April 1-30, 2025

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 1939. Since 2013, April has been designated 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."

Check back closer to April 1st to see what we have in store for this year!

All Mint All Month

How to Make a Mint Julep

A trip to the Kentucky Derby wouldn’t be complete without sipping on the official drink of the...

Shop, Wear, and Decorate with Mint Juleps

Kentucky makers are featuring the mint julep in everything from tea, to apparel, to toiletries....

Take a Julep Journey Around Louisville

Get some fresh air (and maybe a little Bourbon) on this walkable journey for juleps.

Mint Julep Month Events

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502's Day

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Winsday

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Thurby

Presented by Old Forester and in partnership with Frazier History Museum, the venue transforms into an interactive showcase celebrating Kentucky’s rich...

Be the Mint to our Derby Delight