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Fun fact, Kentucky is full of Irish. It seems to be an area where a large amount of Irish settled when originally coming to the new world.

This channel is tough for two reasons. One, it sounds accurate from a quick cursory google search. But two, i know full well from the try channel that Ciara can drink jet fuel and say "Oh that's actually quite loovlehy"

Your outfit makes me miss the races so much 😍 😭

When I was still in university, I wrote a research paper on the eatings of the aristocratic American South. Mint Juleps came up often and a favorite quote of mine described them as an "obligatory panacea for all the evils of the climate." As someone from the South, I 100% agree!

I think it actually brings us pride here in the states just to know that an Irish lassie is impressed with our whiskey. 😊 y'all are practically the founders of whiskey, so we must be doing something right! 👍💚🍀🍀🥃

Im from eastern Kentucky and there’s a lot of irish heritage here, cheers from the south! 🥃

You've made this Kentuckian very happy :)

Take a drink every time Ciara says "Go ahead". *NOTE:* Do _not_ attempt unless you’re Ciara.

I love how much respect you give to the history of the drinks you make. This video in particular goes above and beyond!

I recommend 4 roses small batch bourbon! Its my personal favorite bourbon.

My first mint julep was at the Kentucky derby in 1973. Secretariat ran and won. My second was in 1977 when Seattle Slew won. Both times I rode my motorcycle there. I still ride that thing now. I didn't realize until many years later I had seen the only triple crown winners in decades purely by luck. Love your channel and hope you can see the Kentucky derby sometime.

Mint Julep is one of my favorites when I am at the track. The Kentucky Derby is the 1st leg of the American Triple Crown, run on the first Saturday in May. Which this year do to Covid-19, will be running Saturday September 5th, as the 2nd leg. The other two Triple Crown races are the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes. Enjoy!

The mint needs re-potting in a clay pot about twice the size with decent potting soil. It needs a plant tray. It wants to be in a window and to be watered regularly to keep it evenly moist but not wet. And you should pinch off all the ends so it bushes out.

You can't go wrong with Makers Mark! Some other recommendations are Buffalo Trace and Elijah Craig small batch. I make my Mint Julep using more mint and I really crush the mint and sugar into almost a paste before adding the bourbon and then give it a nice stir with some ice and strain into a frosted glass. I personally don't care for the crushed ice.

Mint julep was originally made with Cognac or Genever as that’s what rich people have been drinking in America. Regular Americans couldn’t afford imported spirits so they used their spirit, Whiskey. The world comes from ‘Julepe’ which means rose water, because rose petals were originally used as the dominant flavour, and mint was later added. All in all, I prefer them with bourbon but they are also nice with cognac.

Love this channel and especially Ciara herself. She and Dermot are my 2 fave Tryers, with Martin right behind.

To echo another comment Basil Hayden’s is worth a shot (horrible pun intended). Honorable mentions for Buffalo Trace and Dickel’s rye for things that are available outside Kentucky. The Bourbon trail is worth the trip if you are serious about your bourbon.

Hey! Based on your reaction here I would recommend the Gin Basil Smash! A modern classic with ... well, basil...

Four Roses Single Barrel - my current favorite. Thanks for putting your positive energy into the digital world.

As a Kentuckian, I must say I was paying close attention, and you got every little detail just right, including rolling the garnish in your hand and putting the straw right next to the mint. Well done!

Bourbon is also known as “Shoutin’ Juice” in my house.

The Mint Julep by Joshua Soule Smith 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 solace to the soul; the nectar of the Gods is tame beside it. It is the very dream of drinks, the vision of sweet quaffings. The Bourbon and the mint are lovers. In the same land they live, on the same food they are fostered. The mint dips infant leaf into the same stream that makes The Bourbon what it is. The corn grows in the level lands through which small streams meander. By the brook-side the mint grows. As the little wavelets pass, they glide up to kiss the feet of the growing mint, and the mint bends to salute them. Gracious and kind it is, living only for the sake of others. Like a woman’s heart it gives its sweetest aroma when bruised. Among the first to greet the spring, it comes. Beside gurgling brooks that make music in the fields, it lives and thrives. When the bluegrass begins to shoot its gentle sprays towards the sun, mint comes, and its sweetest soul drinks at the crystal brook. It is virgin then. But soon it must be married to old Bourbon. His great heart, his warmth of temperament, and that affinity which no one understands, demands the wedding. How shall it be? Take from the cold spring some water, pure as angels are; mix it with sugar till it seems like oil. Then take a glass and crush your mint within it with a spoon - crush it around the borders of the glass and leave no place untouched. Then throw the mint away - it is the sacrifice. Fill with cracked ice the glass; pour in the quantity of Bourbon which you want. It trickles slowly through the ice. Let it have time to cool, then pour your sugared water over it. No spoon is needed; no stirring allowed- just let it stand a moment. Then around the brim place sprigs of mint, so that the one who drinks may find the taste and odor at one draft. Then when it is made, sip it slowly. August suns are shining, the breath of the south wind is upon you. It is fragrant cold and sweet - it is seductive. No maidens kiss is tenderer or more refreshing, no maidens touch could be more passionate. Sip it and dream-it is a dream itself. No other land can give you so much sweet solace for your cares; no other liquor soothes you in melancholy days. Sip it and say there is no solace for the soul, no tonic for the body like old Bourbon whiskey.

Thank you Ciara! As a native of Louisville Kentucky, if I had a daughter I would want her to be just like you!

There is no greater balm, no solace for the soul like old Bourbon whiskey

I've made myself a mint julep today for the first time & it's a hell of a lot stronger than I was expecting for some reason.

Hi Ciara, Kentuckian here. We have something called the "Bourbon Trail" in KY, which is more or less a pre-planned bourbon road trip. If you're ever in the US you might want to consider.

Your muddle was spot on - you are right aggressive muddling will adversely alter the mint Well done.

Your just a great person. You seem genuinely happy and kind. It's as refreshing is the mint julep.

Now you should try ‘Death in the Afternoon’, one of Ernest Hemingway’s favorite cocktails. It’s basically chilled champagne with a shot of absinthe, but it’s pretty good.

GORGEOUS OUTFIT!!! For the hat, at Kentucky derby you will need to really decorate it out!!

I grew up beside Maker's Mark and my dad worked there for 30 years. Such a nostalgic bourbon!

Old Forester 1920 "Prohibition Style". Amazing bourbon.

"Like a mojito, but better!" Shots fired.

I’ve had a Mint Julep in Kentucky although not during the Derby 🐎 and I think yours look marvelous. 👍🏼😁.

Why are u shocked? You are a wonderful hostess and you share so much of yourself! You've pushed Ireland to the top of my travel list.

Love your content as always! And I know this is a cocktail channel but Makers does REALLY well when making a homemade bourbon whipped cream for holiday baking. Even when making dairy free whip, it's a magical crowd pleaser.

My favorite American bourbon is one known as Four Roses. It's frankly amazing either neat or on the rocks.

Speaking of "too tipsy for you tube", we better get to see the cocktails and baking collab with Justine.

You rock in so many ways! This looks amazing. Can't wait to get home and try it.

I love the history and culture that you return to these classic drinks

It would be nice to have one of your Try compadres at the guest when you make a new drink and try it for the first time together !

The mint julep is one of my favorite drinks. You did a great job with it! :)

They dress that way for the Irish Darby as well. The hats are a huge tradition there as well as the Kentucky Derby.

My favorite bourbon cocktail. I love you're doing the Julep :) As for bourbons to try, I'd recommend Blanton's, Eagle Rare, or Buffalo Trace. All three are from the same distillery, but have a different mash build. Good trying to find the first two, though. I muddle 1 sugar cub or 1 teaspoon of sugar w/ 2 shots of Buffalo Trace. I then add about 3-5 medium mint leaves. Press them a bit, but not too much. I don't like to have broken mint leaves. Stir thoroughly and let sit for a couple of minutes. Pour into a Julep mug, add crushed ice and mint garnish. My Julep mugs are made from copper. This is my grandfather's recipe for Juleps. Of course, he didn't have the latest style of bourbons to use. He always had Wild Turkey on hand. I wonder if different parts of the south have different recipes for Juleps? For reference, call the above recipe the Charleston, SC :)

As a son of the Bluegrass state I’d love to see you attending next years Derby. Definitely try it with Woodford Reserve. As others have said the hat is nice but it needs to be twice as big and much more flamboyant. 😁🥃

Old Kentucky boy here. Ya did great ! Especially because you didn't use Woodford Reserve, that stuff is swill. Might try Wild Turkey next time, that's from my home town.

After watching a couple of your cocktail videos today I do have to compliment you on your scripting and speaking detail in the videos. Good work.

Woodford Reserve. Another American bourbon that does wonders with cocktails. It’s not as Smokey or “harsh” as other options and it blends beautifully with simple syrup and ginger

Not sure of the availability in Ireland but Knob Creek, Old Forester, Woodford Reserve Double Oak, and Wild Turkey 101 are great bourbons.

Tennessee twist: Highball glass fill with ice then 35ml of jack Daniel's old no.7 then 25ml Ameretto. Fill with coca cola and add a lemon wedge. There you go a cocktail from an official jack Daniel's booklet I got in 2009. Enjoy.

Good job, Darling. The julep cup gets it much colder -you stir until you have a layer of frost on the outside of your tumbler Then the ice melts slower, thereby diluting your julelp at a much lower rate. You are definitely off to the races!

So many drinks to try from watching this channel thank you so much keep it up your doing great 👍

Michter's American. Angel's Envy Port Finished and Woodinville Port Finished. Both their straight bourbons are nice, but the port finished is just so....pretty.

A bourbon journey eh? I love me some Buffalo Trace and Evan Williams. Praises have also been heard for the Four Roses Single Barrel.

We have an horse race in Australia called the Melbourne Cup. It is also called the race that stops a nation. It's official drink is any alcohol that is wet.

It’s a great drink that’s even better when you’re watching the derby.

A friend introduced me to "The Godfather". Bourbon and amaretto .... tasty

Two of my favorite bourbons are Maker’s Mark and Bulleit! Both are fantastic! I’ve recently purchased Maker’s Mark cask strength...amazing!

Kind of want to make this for the weekend now. Thanks for the video

It's just not the same without Woodford (the official bourbon of the KY Derby) Also the hat is nowhere near big/fancy enough for the derby, but otherwise, nailed it in this episode!

I was a bartender for many years. Even worked on the Queen Mary. I would lile see you make an Alabama Slamer. It's a big drink, but use to get so many requests in North Carolina.

Yesssss! Instantly fell in love with this channel 😍

This was great 😌 I look forward to making this

Another Derby cocktail is the Man O War Ingredients ice cracked 2 ounces good-quality bourbon or your favorite rye whiskey 1 ounce Cointreau or other orange liqueur 1/2 ounce sweet vermouth 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice Brandied cherries or lemon peel for garnish

Hunt down some Knob Creek bourbon. Good stuff. Love the vids

Another great episode! I've had mint juleps before, but haven't tried to make one at home. This has inspired me to give it a go. Thanks!

You did great!!! I grew up in Louisville Kentucky 2 blocks from churchill downs. I have been to tons of derby's, Churchill is one of my stompin grounds. I've had tons of mint juleps you did great. The first sense you get when you take your first sip it just opens up your nose and mouth it's great. Woodford reserve mint juleps are awesome try one. You did Louisville and all of Kentucky proud.

Another wonderful episode. If you haven't already tried these bourbons, try Blanton's Single Barrel and Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch

You’re amazing hun. Keep up the great work love. Sending my best from Colorado Springs CO. Much love. New subscriber.

I went to Derby about 15 years ago. Drank 15 juleps over the course of the day! It was warm and sunny. After it was over, I felt fine and didn't have a hangover .Good Bourbon helps.

New subscriber, because you are my all-time favorite on the Try Channel. Love your open-mindedness and free spirit! Rock on!

You should try a Algonquin, basically a whiskey martini with pineapple

Blanton’s is a very good Bourbon , It is one of my favorite .

My favorite sipping bourbon these days is the Old Forester 1897 bottled in bond. Henry McKenna 10 year is also quite nice. 👍👍

My favorite cocktail, insanely refreshing for a hot summer’s day. I don’t have them often enough.

Buffalo Trace is a solid choice. I am also a fan of Russel's Reserve, Weller Green label, and George Dickle Rye.

Recommended bourbons: Buffalo Trace Eagle Rare Angel's Envy

My favorite bourbon cocktail.

The Whiskey Vault can point you into the directions to finding more bourbon and whiskey to try from. Loved watching you drink from the try channel, and now this. Awesome.

Bourbon/Rye/Whiskey recommendations: Woodford Reserve both their Bourbon and Rye are delicious, also try to get your hands on the Double Oaked version as well Michter’s Bourbon, Rye, and American Whiskey are all fantastic Elijah Craig Bourbon

Your first step to becoming a southern belle. Welcome to the party!

Maker's Mark is a gorgeous whiskey and it's reasonably priced.

Nicely done. I haven’t had one for years. Think you’ve convinced me to make on on drink night.

Bulleit, God damn!! Their rye whiskey is fantastic!

This mint julep is officially: Kentuckian approved ✅

Fabulous! Love it!

You've been making all my favorites!

Someone with more social media savvy than I needs to forward this to Maker's Mark.. She would be a great brand ambassador!

Goldfinger: Mint Julip? Bond: , “Shour mash, but not too shweet, please.”

Ciara you add a touch of class to all the Tryer videos. Your own videos reflect this. Good on you!

So nice to see you do you’re own thing!! Cheers!! 🙌🙌

you had me at "oh, wow!!!"...

Simply wonderful. I would love to recommend both George Dickel and Wild Turkey. Both are great bourbon. George Dickel is a great sipping whiskey.

Thank you for doing this!! Come to KY and do the Bourbon Trail sometime!

This is one of my favorite drinks ever. Great job.

A mint julep is a drink everyone has heard of but no one ever orders.

Having one of those on a hot day, make it a 36 oz oops, sorry 1064 mil liters .

I'm partial to Irish Whiskeys myself (Redbreast & Jameson), but I've recently gotten into Bourbons myself. My favorites so far have been: Buffalo Trace Larceny Four Roses Small Batch Old Grand Dad Bonded Weller I've got a few more bottles I haven't tried yet like the Michter's & the Sezerac Rye.

I've never had the desire to try a mint julep, however, after watching your reaction I can now say that I NEED to try one! Great video and keep up the good work!