Taste Testing the Mule, the Lily and the Mint Julep at the Kentucky Oaks

The Derby and Oaks just aren't complete without some adult beverages? Now, the mule, lily and julep all are very distinct. See which ones we liked and... well... didn't. And, check out the recipes below!

Mint Julep®

Ingredients

• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups water
• Sprigs of fresh mint
• Crushed ice
• Kentucky Bourbon
• Silver cups

Oaks Lily®

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 oz. GREY GOOSE® Vodka
• 1 oz. Sweet and Sour Mix
• 1/4 oz. Triple Sec
• 3 oz. Cranberry Juice

Woodford Reserve Mule

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 oz. Kentucky Bourbon
• Juice of 1/2 fresh lime
• 1 medium piece of candied ginger
• 1/4 tsp. molasses
• 3 oz. bitter lemon soda