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."
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 distilleries below 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. (While supplies last).
Angel's Envy Distillery
Sip on a Ramble On at Angel's Envy this Mint Julep Month. It's their take on a Bramble cocktail that was influenced by a Kentucky-style Mint Julep and inspired by Led Zeppelin's 1969 hit, Ramble On.
Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
At ON3 Bar, inside the first distillery to return to Whiskey Row since Prohibition, Evan Williams will feature a traditional Mint Julep along with a Mint Julep with a Lavender Twist.
Stitzel-Weller Distillery
Enjoy a traditional Mint Julep at the Garden & Gun Club located at the historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery, which opened on Derby Day in 1935.
Copper & Kings
Sip on a Mint Julep while enjoying the city skyline from the rooftop bar and restaurant atop Copper & Kings Distillery in the heart of Butchertown.
Buzzard's Roost Whiskey
Step inside and roost for a little while. Enjoy one of the several Mint Julep cocktail specials on the menu at the bar throughout the month.
Old Forester Distilling Co.
Celebrate Mint Julep Month at the historic Old Forester Distillery, home of the Official Mint Julep of the Kentucky Derby! This year, sip on the classic or try one of three new riffs that will be featured all month long at George’s Bar.
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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!
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829 W. Main St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Step into a magical winter wonderland at the fifth annual Lights on Main, a special exhibition the Frazier is hosting in partnership with the nonprofit I Would...
Blitzen's
400 S. 2nd St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Miracle on Market
732 E. Market St.,
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Miracle is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar that serves holiday cocktails in a festive setting. With kitschy holiday décor, professionally-developed...
A Wonderful Life
525 Marriott Drive
Clarksville, Indiana 47129
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An adaptation of Frank Capra’s classic film brought to vibrant theatrical life! This uplifting story follows the extraordinary lives of ordinary people and...
Thoroughbred Workout Tour
704 Central Avenue
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
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Start your day railside at the track! Experience the thrilling sound of hooves pounding the dirt as horses and jockeys train right before you! You’ll see...
Lights Under Louisville 2024
1841 Taylor Ave.
Louisville, Kentucky 40213
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For new and old fans alike, Louisville Mega Cavern’s Lights Under Louisville is an event to remember. With over 40 themed displays, multiple projection areas,...
Portraits in Faith - Seeing the Other
144 N. 6th St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Portraits in Faith - Seeing the Other
The "Portraits in Faith: Seeing the Other” exhibition creates a space for guests to view and interact with portraits, creating conversations around how...
Merry at the Marriott
280 W. Jefferson St.
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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This holiday season, step into a magical Winter Wonderland as our iconic lobby bar transforms into Merry at the Marriott. From festive décor to spirited...
Kentucky Author Forum presents Jim Sciutto
501 W. Main Street
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky 40202
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Kentucky Author Forum presents Jim Sciutto
Jim Sciutto, CNN anchor and Chief National Security Analyst, and author of The Return of Great Powers: Russia, China, and the Next World War Interviewed by...
The Whiskey Files Series: Peerless Distillery Co.
10500 W. Highway 42\r\nHermitage Farm
Goshen, Kentucky 40026
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The Whiskey Files Series: Peerless Distillery Co.
Your ticket purchase includes admission to an hour long panel with Carson Taylor, pours of two Peerless products specially selected by Carson, as well as the...
Wine Education: South Africa
214 S. Clay Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Quite possibly one of the most gorgeous backdrops of any wine area in the world. South Africa has a rich history of production tucked right in-between the...
Little Loomhouse Tours
328 Kenwood Hill Rd.
Louisville, Kentucky 40214
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Little Loomhouse Tour Options Fiber & Spinning Tour In this 20 minute hands-on tour, we will explore the history and current practice of spinning natural...
