Kentucky Derby Recipes

Raise Your Glass to the Official Drink of the Kentucky Oaks – The Oaks Lily! 🍹🌸 Sip on the spirit of tradition with the refreshing and iconic Oaks Lily—the official drink of the Kentucky Oaks. This perfectly balanced cocktail combines 1 part...

The traditional Derby Day cocktail, and a Southern ritual crafted from Woodford Reserve Bourbon.

Ingredients 1.5 oz. Woodford Reserve Bourbon® 2 oz. Lemonade 1 oz. Cranberry Juice Lemon Twist Preparation Serve over ice and garnish with a lemon twist. Mocktail Ingredients 1.5 oz. Unsweetened Tea 2 oz Lemonade 1 oz Cranberry Juice Preparation Build...

Ingredients 2 oz Herradura Reposado 1 oz fresh lime juice 3/4 oz agave nectar Garnish with a lime wheel Preparation Combine all ingredients and shake with ice to chill. Strain over fresh ice and garnish with a half-salt rim and lime. For these ingredients...

Official 2026 Kentucky Derby Kale Salad with Cider Sorghum Vinaigrette recipe from Churchill Downs. A fresh Derby Day salad with quinoa, cherries, and Southern inspired flavor.

Paddock Paloma, a Kentucky Derby partner cocktail featuring Herradura Reposado and Q Mixers Sparkling Grapefruit. Enjoy onsite at Churchill Downs or at home for your Derby Day party.

Tequila Triple Crown, a Kentucky Derby partner cocktail with tequila and Q Refreshers Watermelon Lime. Make it at home for Derby Day.

Off To The Races Rita, a Kentucky Derby partner margarita with tequila and Q Margarita Mix. Make it at home for Derby Day.

Bloody Maria, a Kentucky Derby partner cocktail with vodka and Q Bloody Mary Mix. Make it at home for Derby Day brunch.

Grilled Beef Tips are seared to perfection and paired with a rich, creamy Kentucky Peppercorn Sauce, infused with bourbon, Dijon mustard, and cracked black pepper. This hearty and flavorful dish embodies the bold flavors of Churchill Downs cuisine, making...