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Derby City Gaming Unveils New “Thoroughbred Collection” of Bourbons

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Derby City Gaming new “Starting Gate”, is a four grain single barrel selected from the personal collection of Tim Knittel, the Official Bourbon Ambassador of Churchill Downs. Fast Facts about Derby City Gaming “Starting Gate”: Full Details on the Thoroughbred Collection: Derby City Gaming and Hotel at 4520 Poplar Level Road, Louisville, KY 40213 proudly […]

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J. Mattingly 1845 Celebrates the Kentucky Derby with 3 New Whiskey Releases

J. Mattingly 1845 Celebrates the Kentucky Derby with 3 New Whiskey Releases Read Post »

“The Greatest Two Ounces in Whiskey” Available in Three Varieties On-Site and Online FRANKFORT, KY (April 30, 2024) – J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery, created by Jeff Mattingly, a descendant of distilling pioneer John Graves Mattingly, is releasing three whiskeys to celebrate the greatest two minutes in sports, called The Greatest Two Ounces in Bourbon. The three releases

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A History and Review of the Mint Julep: Part 1

A History and Review of the Mint Julep: Part 1 Read Post »

This multi-part series on the Mint Julep is presented in honor of the upcoming 150th Running of the Kentucky Derby. Long time friend and supporter, Corey White, generously authored this series and we are thankful for his support. The following is taken from a May 1935 letter between Lieutenant Colonel S.B. Buckner, Jr., and General

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8UP’s Cinco de Derby is the Place to Be After The Big Race

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On Saturday, May 4, 8Up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen (350 W. Chestnut Street in Louisville KY) will be hosting their Unforgettable Fusion Celebration: Cinco de Derby Party. Set in the lively entertainment district in downtown Louisville, their rooftop restaurant offers three distinctive atmospheres – the open-kitchen restaurant, swanky lounge, and rooftop bar and event space. Doors open at

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