Mint Juleps For Derby Day

Derby Day is especially important to Republic Restoratives Distillery because it's the anniversary of their crowdfunding campaign launch six years ago. Your support of their women-owned, LGBTQ-led distillery allowed them to disrupt an industry that historically hasn't fostered companies like theirs. In sports, as in business, representation matters. This Derby Day they'll be cheering on Kendrick Carmouche, the first black jockey to ride at the Kentucky Derby in nearly a decade.  As a second generation jockey, he credits his "Pops" with giving him the foundation for success, and hopes to be the first Black jockey to win the Derby in 119 years. This weeks ushers in the perfect early summer cocktail of mint, simple syrup, bourbon, and crushed ice: the Mint Julep. The Julep is one of the simplest cocktails you can make but success relies on freshly made mint syrup and properly crushed ice. They took care of making the mint simple syrup and are including the most useful but underrated bar tool: the canvas Lewis Ice Bag. It's the perfect container for crushing ice for all of your home bar needs. $59 per kit. For more information or to order, please click here.