Martini Groove

I freaking love The Kentucky Derby. I love horse racing in general but always settle down for the Triple Crown and the Derby is my favorite of them all. This year, US$1000 will get you a mint julep using the finest ingredients (mint from Ireland, organic sugar from Australia, ice from the Bavarian Alps, and bourbon from Woodford Reserve .) that is poured in to a gold cup with a silver straw. Last year's didn't have the special cups that are on display this year that showcase each and every winner of The Derby. The Run for the Roses 133 years means that there will be 133 of the editions made. 13 will posted at auction, 109 will be up for sale online (first come, first serve), with only 10 being up for sale at the actual race. All proceeds go to benefiting retired horses and jockeys through Thoroughbred Charities of America . Snagged from Luxist

I'm one of the biggest fans ever of The Triple Crown. The pageantry and elegance as well as a solid excuse to be outside and have a cold cocktail in your hand is just too inviting for me. It really blows chunks that I haven't been to a single one of them in-person, they need to give me some blogger trip or something. As The Kentucky Derby approaches us on May 5 to kick off the season, Grey Goose has come out with a drink built specifically for the most exciting two minutes in sports. Run For The Roses Cocktail 3 Parts GREY GOOSE L'Orange Vodka 2 Parts peach brandy 2 Parts southern sweet iced tea 2 Parts fresh lime juice 2 Rose petals for Garnish Chambord for floating Add first four ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is frosted and beaded with sweat. Strain into two rocks glasses filled with crushed ice; pour Chambord so that it floats on the top of the drink. Garnish drink with rose petal...

The only airline that has done anything to make it less miserable to fly across the country in coach class lately is JetBlue. Nice people, satellite TV, and seats that actually fit tall people. Delta is at least on the right path by working with After Midnight, owners of several New York bars and clubs, to create signature cocktails. All part of Delta's new focus to bring some class back to the skies and all for only US$5. Delta Air Lines Partners with Nightlife Entrepreneur Rande Gerber to Create New, Worldwide Signature Cocktail Program for Customers via Drink of the Week