A beverage, especially common in Kentucky, is the mint julep. The mint julep is made with Bourbon whisky, sugar and some water, and the glass which contains it is partly filled with fresh mint. Mint juleps are also made with other beverages, for instance, brandy, gin or rum.

Mamie Taylor is a mixed drink of considerable vogue. This drink is made, usually, of Scotch whisky, lime juice and ginger ale.