27 Cocktails to Sip On While You Watch the Kentucky Derby

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27 Cocktails to Sip On While You Watch the Kentucky Derby1/27 Mint Julep 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 10 servings (2-1/2 cups syrup) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It wouldn’t be Kentucky Derby Day without this mint julep recipe! But, really, this Kentucky Derby mint julep recipe is good anytime. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1/3 cup: 197 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 2/27 Black-Eyed Susan 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Black-Eyed

Susan Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The Kentucky Derby has the mint julep; the Preakness has the black-eyed Susan. The drink is a sunny mix of vodka, rum, and pineapple and orange juices to toast your special events.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 242 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 3/27 Rubies on Ice 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ginger and pomegranate are made for each other, and the color of this beverage is tantalizing. If you’re looking for a nonalcoholic option, you can easily leave out the vodka for a delicious and festive drink! —Tara Deshpande, New York, New York Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 148 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 4/27 Mixed Berry Sangria 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mixed Berry Sangria Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From

This refreshing hard lemonade has a mild alcohol flavor; the beer adds just

the Recipe Creator: This is a light, tasty beverage to serve with spoons so everyone can enjoy the fresh berries once the sangria is gone. — Linda Cifuentes, Mahomet, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 134 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 5mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 5/27 Blackberry Beer Cocktail 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Blackberry Beer Cocktail Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This refreshing hard lemonade has a mild alcohol flavor; the beer adds just

enough fizz to dance on your tongue as you sip

enough fizz to dance on your tongue as you sip. Sorry, adults only! —Ginger Sullivan, Cutler Bay, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 151 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 6/27 Spiked Lemonade 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spiked Lemonade Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings (about 2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Rum gives a tropical addition to this fabulous homemade lemonade. If you have vodka on hand, try that instead of the rum. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin

To make Contrary Marys simply leave out the vodka

Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 296 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 61g carbohydrate (56g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 7/27 Dill Bloody Marys 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dill Bloody Marys Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With a nice level of pepper, and just enough dill from the pickle, these Bloody Marys are sure to please. To make Contrary Marys simply leave out the vodka. —Jay Ferkovich, Green Bay, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 224 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat),

9/27 Vanilla Bean Fizz Test Kitchen Approved Vanilla Bean Fizz Recipe photo

20mg cholesterol, 1613mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 8/27 Champagne Punch 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This champagne punch, served at my wedding, continues to this day to be the elegant drink we serve at special events. —Anita Geoghagan, Woodstock, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 165 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 5mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 9/27 Vanilla Bean Fizz Test Kitchen Approved Vanilla Bean Fizz Recipe photo

The bubbly beverage is ideal for holidays throughout the year

by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A homemade vanilla bean syrup from our home economists fabulously flavors Champagne. The bubbly beverage is ideal for holidays throughout the year. Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 137 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 26g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 10/27 Bourbon Slush 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Bourbon Slush Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 24 servings (6 qt.) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: At our parties, Bourbon Slush

is definitely a favorite

is definitely a favorite. Have fun experimenting with different teas when you make it. We like black tea, green tea and orange spice. —Darcene Sigler, Louisville, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 196 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 11/27 Black Russian 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Black Russian Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here are no-fuss black Russians that are as smooth as silk. Perfect for those who aren’t sure what they want.

It’s also nice with a splash of brandy

—Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 170 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 12/27 Cranberry-Orange Sangria 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Letting this sangria sit in the fridge overnight improves the fruitiness, making it the perfect make-ahead drink for a party. It’s also nice with a splash of brandy. —Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 263 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (44g

sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein

sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 13/27 Passion Fruit Hurricanes 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Passion Fruit Hurricanes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is our Test Kitchen’s version of the famous Hurricane beverage that’s so popular in New Orleans. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 340 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (50g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 14/27 Pomegranate Cosmo 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Pomegranate Cosmo Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Total Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Total Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Every soiree needs a signature drink. Sugar dresses up this simple cosmo that lets you enjoy a cozy evening with friends and still shake things up. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 209 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 15/27 Orange Dream Mimosas 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Orange Dream Mimosas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 16 servings (4 cups frozen mix) Go to Recipe

From the Recipe Creator: This is a “grown up” creamsicle beverage

From the Recipe Creator: This is a “grown up” creamsicle beverage. For the kiddos, make a non-alcoholic version with non-alcoholic sparkling wine, sparkling cider, or ginger ale. —Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 138 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 8mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 16/27 Topsy-Turvy Sangria 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Topsy-Turvy Sangria Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 10 servings (about 2 qt.) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I got this recipe from a friend a few years

Perfect for relaxed get-togethers

ago. Perfect for relaxed get-togethers. it’s even better if you make it the night before and let the flavors steep. But watch out—it goes down easy. —Tracy Field, Bremerton, Washington Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 292 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 11mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 17/27 Champagne Punch 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Champagne Punch Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 16 servings (3 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A blend of four fruit juices pairs well with bubbly champagne in this party-pleasing punch.

A strawberry garnish adds a festive touch

A strawberry garnish adds a festive touch. —Amy Short, Lesage, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 101 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 18/27 Champagne Cocktail 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Champagne Cocktail Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This amber champagne cocktail is a bubbly twist on the traditional old-fashioned. Try it with extra dry champagne. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 130 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0

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