According to Toby Keith and Willie Nelson, they wholeheartedly believe in the mantra, “whiskey for my men, beer for my horses.” However, the cocktail of choice at the Churchill Downs during the Kentucky Derby is the Mint Julep. But, if you dive even further back into the history of Kentucky, straight bourbon reigns supreme.
The latest news from the organizers of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games is that Maker’s Mark® has been named the official bourbon of the Games. Well, that got me thinking about the different “equestrian cocktails” out there and their deep rooted history in equestrian competition. If the AQHA Congress or APHA World Show decided to have an official drink, what would it be?
In an effort to offer WEG spectators a “taste of Kentucky,” Maker’s Mark will be presenting two signature cocktails, complimentary tastings and educational sessions explaining how bourbon is made in Kentucky. Maker’s Mark is generally regarded as the world’s oldest operating bourbon distillery and will be sponsoring the Games’ main hospitality tent.
“Our Maker’s Mark traditions and heritage are rooted in Kentucky, which is why we’re so thrilled to be a partner of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games,’” says Bill Samuels Jr., president and chief executive officer of Maker’s Mark. “Bourbon and horses are a natural pair – especially in Kentucky where their histories run deep. We’re looking forward to making our ‘mark’ on the games.”
But as far as horse-related libations are concerned, Maker’s Mark isn’t the only brand planning to make their mark on the Games. Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale®, has also been named as the official beer of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.
Horses and alcohol have gone hand in hoof for centuries. In fact, it has often been said that racehorses in Ireland are fed Guinness stout on a daily basis. Some veterinarians have even confirmed that because of the bacteria and protozoa in a horse’s cecum, which ferment grains during the digestive process, it is safe for horses to drink certain levels of alcohol.
Now, I am certainly not endorsing that you start supplementing your horse’s diet with a vintage Burgundy or Chardonnay, however to each his own I suppose.
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