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Kentucky Derby Viewing Party Ideas

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Kentucky Derby Viewing Party Ideas / Mint Julep Mocktail Recipe / How to Make a Mint Julep / Kentucky Derby Kids Party 

The Kentucky Derby 2023 takes place on May 6th! If you’re throwing a Derby viewing party or just want to make the event festive for your own family, I’ve rounded up a mint julep mocktail recipe as well as the classic version to try at home. The mint julep is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby. This minty and refreshing drink is a staple for any Kentucky Derby viewing party. I’ve also included some fun party supplies to make the day even more special. For all the party supplies and mint julep glasses featured in this video, check out the links below for everything shown! Tag us on social @madebykidsco if you try this mint julep mocktail recipe or throw your own Derby Day viewing party! Cheers! 

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CLASSIC MINT JULEP RECIPE

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 to 5 sprigs of mint (leaves only)
  • 2 sugar cubes or 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 2 1/2 ounces of bourbon whiskey
  • Mint sprig, for garnish

DIRECTIONS:

Add mint leaves, sugar, and simple syrup into a julep cup (or glass if you don’t have one). Muddle the sugar to release the mint aroma. Add bourbon and fill the glass with ice. Stir well to chill the drink and frost the julep cup. Add mint for garnish.

KID-FRIENDLY MINT JULEP MOCKTAIL RECIPE

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 to 5 sprigs of mint (leaves only)
  • 1/2 cup of lemonade
  • Mint sprig, for garnish

DIRECTIONS:

Add mint leaves and lemonade. Fill the glass with ice. Stir well to chill the drink and frost the julep cup. Add mint for garnish.

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Mint Julep Recipe // Kid-Friendly Mint Julep Mocktails

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It’s that time of the year! The Kentucky Derby is fast approaching. We’ve rounded up a classic mint julep recipe for adults as well as a kid-friendly mint julep mocktail recipe for kids. The kid-friendly recipe is great for a kid’s derby party when they want something fun and festive!

Prep time: 3 minutes

Serving: 1 mint julep

Classic Mint Julep Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 4 to 5 sprigs of mint (leaves only)
  • 2 sugar cubes or 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 2 1/2 ounces of bourbon whiskey
  • Mint sprig, for garnish

Directions:

Add mint leaves, sugar, and simple syrup into a julep cup (or glass if you don’t have one). Muddle the sugar to release the mint aroma. Add bourbon and fill the glass with ice. Stir well to chill the drink and frost the julep cup. Add mint for garnish.

Kid-Friendly Mint Julep Mocktail Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 4 to 5 sprigs of mint (leaves only)
  • 1/2 cup of lemonade
  • Mint sprig, for garnish

Directions:

Add mint leaves and lemonade. Fill the glass with ice. Stir well to chill the drink and frost the julep cup. Add mint for garnish.

Mother’s Day Mocktail Recipes // Mocktail Brunch Punch

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Pink Punch Mocktail

Makes 12 servings
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes

Ingredients:

1 cup Pink Lemonade Mix (only the powder)
1 48 oz. can DOLE Pineapple Juice
1 2 liter of Sprite

Directions:

It’s important to note that you’re only using the powder from the lemonade mix. Use a measuring cup to measure 1 cup of pink lemonade mix (powder only). Don’t add water and make the lemonade. Add 1 cup of pineapple juice and 1 cup of pink lemonade mix to a large pitcher or punch bowl. Right before you go to serve the punch, add the 2-liter of Sprite. Add an ice ring to a punch bowl or serve over ice and enjoy! Cheers!

Garnish with a strawberry, pineapple, or lemon wedge!

To turn this pink mocktail into a cocktail, add 1 bottle of champagne.

Pineapple Mocktail

Makes 6 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

6 cups of pineapple juice, 1 liter
4 tablespoons of brown sugar
1 teaspoon of ginger extract
¼ cup of lime juice
2 cups of sparkling water
3 cups of ice

Directions:

Add the brown sugar to the pineapple juice, and stir. Make sure all the sugar is dissolved. Mix in the ginger extract. Add sparkling water right before you stir. Pour over ice or add an ice ring to a punch bowl.

Garnish with a pineapple, lime, or lemon wedge!

To turn this pink mocktail into a cocktail, add 1 bottle of champagne.

Tackling Fridge and Pantry Organization! Spring Clean Fridge Organization and Pantry Storage Ideas

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I’m finally tackling my fridge and pantry storage! These spaces are used 100xs a day and they needed a makeover! Here are a few storage and organization ideas I found on Amazon to help keep these spaces better organized for a busy family. There is still more work needed but it’s a work in progress and I love how these have worked so far! Thanks for watching! Head to madebykidsco.com for links to everything I used and a few other fun finds! Happy spring cleaning!

Amazon Finds

Fruit and Veggie Containers with Collander @ Amazon

Egg Fridge Organizer @ Amazon

Pantry Storage Organizer @ Amazon

Ziplock Storage Bag Drawer Organizer @Amazon

Cups with Lids @ Amazon

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Chocolate Easter Bunny Drinks

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We’re serving up a fun and whimsical way to serve milk this Easter! Using a hollow chocolate bunny, you can serve milk, chocolate milk, strawberry milk, or even an adult beverage in a delicious chocolate bunny. Use a funnel to help pour your drink of choice into the bunny, top it with whip cream, and sprinkles, and enjoy!

This is a fun and easy way to serve up a festive Easter bunny mocktail, Easter punch, or kid-friendly Easter drink!

Chocolate Easter Bunny Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

Directions:

  • Unwrap the top half of the 7oz chocolate bunny
  • Leave the bottom wrapped to prevent chocolate from melting on hands
  • Cut off the top of the bunny ears
  • Prepare your milk (plain, chocolate, or strawberry)
  • Pour about 1/2 a cup of milk into the hallow bunny using a funnel
  • Top off the bunny with whip cream
  • Add sprinkles and a straw!

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