Woodford Reserve® Mint Julep Cocktail Syrup Craft the classic Derby Cocktail The classic cocktail of the Kentucky Derby. Sweet demerara sugar and natural mint flavor. With this easy to use syrup, you'll be able to craft the finest Mint Julep around. Bring Millionaires Row to your Kentucky Derby festivities with Woodford Reserve Mint Julep Simple Syrup! This rich simple syrup is a 2:1 ratio of sugar to water that exudes southern hospitality and charm ” in liquid form. The Woodford Reserve®. Mint Julep Simple Syrup is made from raw Demerara sugar and fresh spearmint to give a rich and minty flavor! The crisp taste of the Woodford Reserve® Mint Julep Simple Syrup is perfect in other beverages, too, including the mojito cocktail and iced tea!