The Kentucky Derby is a sporting event immersed in tradition and spirit – so what better way to watch the Run for the Roses than with a mint julep, the race’s signature beverage, in hand? The mint julep has been the official drink of the Kentucky Derby since 1939,

1. Take a tall glass, mix some sugar with a little water at the bottom (if you want to get REAL fancy, here's a good recipe for a simple syrup). 2. Muddle some mint at the bottom of your glass. 3. Throw in some ice. 4. Pour in your favorite bourbon.

The Kentucky Derby might rank up there in how disproportionate the relationship is between the buildup and the length of the actual sporting event. So what do you do when “the fastest two minutes in sports” is over?