The Kentucky Derby is more than one horse race and more than one signature cocktail. Everyone knows that Mint Juleps are served on Derby Day but you may not know that on Friday before the Derby, the fillies race in The Oaks Derby. Everything is fluffy and pink to match the blanket made from Stargazer lilies that is draped over the winner… including the signature cocktail, the Oaks Lily. It is similar to a Cosmopolitan but served over ice.
THE OAKS LILY COCKTAIL
INGREDIENTS
3 ounces cranberry juice
1 1/2 ounces vodka
1 ounce sweet and sour mix
1/2 ounce Triple Sec
Blackberry
Lemon wedge
DIRECTIONS:
Add all ingredients to a glass and stir to combine. Pour over crushed ice and garnish with a blackberry and a lemon wedge.