For those of you who know anything about Derby, you know that a lot of bourbon is consumed... along with vodka, wine, beer and more bourbon. After our most recent Derby celebration, we thought that sharing the recipes of these Derby inspired cocktails was something our readers would like to have in their repertoire for when the at home mixologist is looking for some great summer cocktails. All of these are fairly easy to make and are sure to be crowd pleasers year round--not just for Derby. Happy cocktailing!

Pappy & Company Old Fashioned:

• 2 oz. Bourbon
• Pappy & Company Barrel Aged Old Fashion Mix
• Stir and serve over ice with an orange peel zest.

Pappy & Company Mint Julep:

• 2 oz. Bourbon
• .5 ozPappy & Company Barrel Aged Pure Maple Syrup
• Mint
• Crushed ice
• Build in Julep tin and garnish with Mint and Crushed Ice. 

Run for the Roses Bourbon Cocktail:

• 1.5 oz Bourbon
• .5 oz. Pomegranate Grenadine
• .75 oz. Passionfruit syrup
• .5 oz. Simple Syrup
• .75 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
• Shake all ingredients and garnish with Lemon Peel and Mint.

Oaks Lilly:

• 2 oz. Vodka
• .5 oz. Triple Sec
• .5 oz. Fresh Lime Juice
• .5 oz. Cranberry Juice
• Shake all ingredients and garnish with lime wheel.

Bloody Mary:

• 2 oz. Vodka
• Seasoned Olive Brine
• Horseradish
• Fresh herbs
• Bloody Mary Mix (Zing Zang)
• Pappy & Company Pepper Sauce for extra heat
• Mix and roll, garnish with herbs, celery and lime wedge.

Blood Orange Mimosa:

• Sparkling Wine
• Blood Orange Juice
• Build and garnish with orange peel.