Bright colors, big hats and fancy cocktails, here’s a complete guide to the 150th Kentucky Derby. Plus, the NBA playoffs are underway, but an early exit from the Lakers could point to the end of an illustrious career.

The Kentucky Derby wouldn’t be the Kentucky Derby without one thing (aside from the thoroughbred horses and fancy hats, of course): the mint julep, which became the official drink of the annual event in 1938.

In the 1990s, the Mint Juleps served during the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs were coming in or near last in terms of flavor. Here's how the drink regained its classic status at and beyond the racetrack.

A quality bourbon is essential in a well made Mint Julep. We asked bar pros in the Bluegrass state to recommend their favorites for mixing up the Kentucky Derby’s signature cocktail.

Be a part of Derby festivities at the southern mainstay at Navy Yard. Sip mint juleps, partake in food specials, and watch the big race starting at 4 p.m. There will be themed drink specials, bourbon tastings, a hat contest, and Derby food specials.

Kentucky Derby bourbon drinks are all the rage this season, but we've got love for all kinds of cocktails. The post 29 Cocktails to Sip On While You Watch the Kentucky Derby appeared first on Taste of Home.

Each year on the first Saturday in May, the Kentucky Derby draws crowds from across the country to don lavish outfits, place their bets, and enjoy famous Kentucky foods. For the 16 million viewers at home,