Tag #FestiveDrinks

NATIONAL MINT JULEP DAY

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National Mint Julep Day on May 30th each year sets up a refreshing toast to summer. Each year, people around the country gather for a glass of mint julep! This refreshing southern classic is a traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby.

The Kentucky Derby: 101 Reasons to Love America's Favorite Horse Race Hardcover – April 1, 2010 by Mary Tiegreen (Author), Sheri Seggerman  (Author)
The Kentucky Derby: 101 Reasons to Love America’s Favorite Horse Race

by Mary Tiegreen (Author), Sheri Seggerman  (Author)

A classic mint julep is made with a mint leaf, bourbon, sugar, and water. In the Southern states, where mint julep is more associated with the cuisine, spearmint is the mint of choice. Preparation of the drink may vary from one bartender to another.

The Kentucky Mint Julep Hardcover – April 11, 2003 by Joe Nickell  (Author)
The Kentucky Mint Julep

by Joe Nickell  (Author)
  • Some believe the mint julep originated in the southern United States sometime during the 18th century.
  • The term “julep” is generally defined as a sweet drink, particularly one used as a vehicle for medicine.
  • During the 19th century, Americans also enjoyed a gin-based julep.
  • Each year, Churchill Downs serves almost 120,000 mint juleps over the two-day period of the Kentucky Oaks and the Kentucky Derby.
  • May 2008 – Churchill Downs unveiled the world’s largest mint julep glass (6-foot  tall).
Evan Williams Mint Julep Mix (12.5 oz) by Evan Williams
Evan Williams Mint Julep Mix (12.5 oz)

by Evan Williams

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HOW TO OBSERVE #MintJulepDay

Enjoy a mint julep on this nice spring day! Try out a delicious Mint Julep recipe. Use #MintJulepDay to post on social media.

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NATIONAL MULLED WINE DAY

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National Mulled Wine Day on March 3rd warms us up with fruits, spices, and wine. In the lingering days of winter, a hot mug of mulled wine hits the spot and fills the home with pleasant aromas. 

Mulled spirits are wine and liquors that have been heated and spiced. Mulled wine is usually made with red wine with various spices, fruits and sometimes slightly sweetened with honey.  Popular blends include cinnamon, nutmeg, citrus, vanilla, anise, cloves, raisins or pears.

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Wine was first recorded as spiced and heated in First Century Rome.

The combination of the heated spirits and spices are a warm welcome on a cold winter’s day and have long been considered a balm against illness during this time of year.

Mulled Wine Spice Mix | Classic Mulled Blend | Mulled Spice Kit | Cooking Gift Set | Set of Spices for Mulled Cider | Hot Cider Kit Brand: Aroma Gift
Mulled Wine Spice Mix | Classic Mulled Blend | Mulled Spice Kit | Cooking Gift Set | Set of Spices for Mulled Cider | Hot Cider Kit

Brand: Aroma Gift

Since we live in Florida, this is a warm welcome for us in late fall. It makes a great treat for holiday parties. Put it on low in a crockpot for an easy way to serve for Thanksgiving or Christmas. This will make your home both smell and feel amazing for holiday family gatherings.

* Tip* For a non alcoholic beverage substitute apple cider and apple juice. Try honey crisp apples and juice too.

Jennifer L.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalMulledWineDay

Make up some mulled wine and invite someone to share it with you. If you’re looking for a recipe, try this one: 

Mulled Wine

Mulled wine recipe

Enjoy some mulled wine (Remember always drink responsibly and never to drink and drive) and use #NationalMulledWineDay to post on social media.