National Mint Julep Day | May 30
Tue May 30th

National Mint Julep Day

National Mint Julep Day, May 30th each year, brings a refreshing toast to summer. People from around the country each year enjoy a glass of mint julep. This resurgent southern classic is a traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby.

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and water are mixed in a classic mint julep. spearmint is the mint of choice in Southern California, where mint julep is more associated with the cuisine. The drink's preparations can vary from one bartender to another.

  • According to some, the mint julep originated in the southern United States sometime around the 18th century

  • The term "julep" is generally understood as a sweet drink, particularly one that is used as a tool for medicine

  • A gin-based julep was also popular during the 19th century..

  • Churchill Downs serves almost 120,000 mint juleps over the two-day period of the Kentucky Oaks and the Kentucky Derby each year

  • Churchill Downs unveiled the world's biggest mint julep glass (6-foot tall) in May 2008..

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