Celebrate the Derby with this Tasty Cocktail Recipe

Natalie’s Derby Cocktail Recipe

Whether you are watching the derby at home, in a bar, or at the derby itself nothing gets you in the mood more than the cocktail in your hand. This refreshing Derby Cocktail Recipe will delight your tastebuds as you root for your favorite horse as it rounds the corner and gallops into victory.

History of the Kentucky Derby

Not surprisingly the Kentucky Derby is one of the longest-held sporting events in American history. Whether you love horses or not you have to give a nod to the rich history and traditions of the event. The very first race was held on May 17, 1875. This derby cocktail recipe may not be the traditional mint julep but it is sure to be a hit. We also have a very similar Rosemary Grapefruit Cocktail recipe that you may enjoy.

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Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice

a fun derby cocktail recipe to impress your guests. Enjoy the refreshing yet sweet and citrus flavor.

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Prep Time 2 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 7 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Calories 425 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• ¼ cup Honey
• ½ cup Water
• 1 ½ oz. Bourbon
• 2 oz. Grapefruit Juice
• ½ oz. Honey syrup
• Rosemary for garnish
• Grapefruit wedges for garnish

Instructions

 

Make Honey simple syrup

• In a saucepan, combine water and honey.
• Heat until honey is dissolved.
• Cool to room temperature.
• Store in refrigerator until ready to use.

Create Drink

• Combine bourbon, Grapefruit juice and honey syrup in a cocktail shaker.
• Fill shaker with ice.
• Shake until well chilled.
• Strain into a coupe glass.
• Garnish with grapefruit wedges and/or rosemary sprigs.

Nutrition

Calories: 425 kcal | Carbohydrates: 88 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 0.1 g | Sodium: 6 mg | Potassium: 144 mg | Fiber: 0.3 g | Sugar: 87 g | Vitamin A: 4 IU | Vitamin C: 16 mg | Calcium: 11 mg | Iron: 1 mg

Nutrition information has been calculated using an autogenerating online calculation and is intended for informational purposes. For accurate nutritional information, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used.

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Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice

We would like to thank Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice for this refreshing recipe. From fresh citrus juices to wholesome nutritious fruit & vegetable blends, Natalie’s selections offer clean, handcrafted products for the juice connoisseur. All Natalie’s juices are made The Natalie’s Way: honestly sourced, squeezed fresh, minimally processed & made in small batches, with no additives, no preservatives, no concentrates, and no GMOs.