Bourbon in Kentucky

Posted by on July 19th 2007 to Shopping, Southern Byways, Things to See in Kentucky  Tagged , , , ,
Bourbon in Kentucky

“Fine bourbon is as synonymous with Kentucky as fine horses, and it’s a major ingredient in everything from mint juleps to chocolate candy. America’s native spirit flows here like the limestone spring water from which it’s made. Find out why it is one of the Commonwealth’s most popular exports by touring Central Kentucky distilleries on the famous Bourbon Trail.”
Click here to find a distillery that is close to where you will be vacationing.
Now you are going to need a recipe for mint juleps… (and I have one for you) and I don’t think that I have …read more

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Mint Julep… the recipe

Posted by on June 04th 2007 to Recipes, Southern Byways  Tagged , ,
Mint Julep… the recipe

For some reason, I thought that this would be an elaborate recipe, but it’s not that way at all. Actually, it looks rather simple. So how did the Mint Julep come into being?? It is THE drink to enjoy at the Kentucky Derby, but I’m sure that a lot of Southern Belles sipped the beverage on a hot summer afternoon on the porch… but I could be wrong
So here’s how you whip yourself up a glass…
a small handful of fresh mint leaves
2 1/2 oz bourbon whiskey
1 tsp powdered sugar
2 tsp water
Crush the leaves, add the …read more

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