By thirstyinla, on May 3, 2012
It’s a cosmic confluence that was surely foretold by the Aztecs: Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby fall on the same day this year. In another case of synchronicity, Dave Stolte (Home Bar Basics) and Chris Bostick (The Varnish) made Margaritas and Mint Juleps (and a lot of other cocktails) at [...]
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By thirstyinla, on April 30, 2012
On Saturday, May 5th, the Los Angeles Athletic Club is hosting its 2nd Annual “Hold Your Horses” Kentucky Derby Viewing Party. The event features a 100 Years of the Mint Julep menu by Marcos Tello. [...]
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By thirstyinla, on May 4, 2011

On Saturday, May 7th, Seven Grand, Bulleit Distilling and X-Zero Protective, in association with the USBGLA and the Nippon Bartenders Association, present a special Kentucky Derby Viewing Party. The event is a fundraiser for the American Red Cross and its ongoing efforts in response to the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami. [...]
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By thirstyinla, on April 30, 2010
The mint julep, "the very dream of drinks." | Image: Maker's Mark
“Then comes the zenith of man’s pleasure. Then comes the julep – the mint julep. Who has not tasted one has lived in vain. The honey of Hymettus brought no such [...]
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