Kentucky Derby mint julep mistakes to avoid when making popular cocktail
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As the Kentucky Derby returns for the 151st time, plenty of at-home watch parties feature mint julep on the menu. Paula Deen and a cocktail expert reveal some of the biggest mistakes to avoid.
But what's the key to perfecting the mint julep and overcoming common mistakes to help make your drink worthy of a refill? One of the biggest mistakes people make when attempting a mint julep is confusing it with another popular cocktail. Peter Burke is a lifestyle editor with Fox News Digital.
Paula Deen, celebrity chef and author from Savannah, Georgia, said that it all starts with the choice of spirit.
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