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11th Annual Keeneland Cocktail Brunch

On Saturday, October 22, Garden & Gun hosted its eleventh annual Keeneland Cocktail Brunch at the historic Keene Place in Lexington, Kentucky. Guests celebrated the third weekend of Keeneland’s highly-anticipated Fall Meet with a signature Southern brunch, festive bourbon cocktails from Blade and Bow, and live music from Carrie Johnson and Taylor Hampton, followed by an exclusive view of the races from the Keeneland Clubhouse.

Special thanks to:

Keeneland Association
Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Guests are greeted at the historic Keene Place Mansion with a fresh mimosa, classic Bloody Mary, and Blade and Bow “Stitzel Sour”.

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From left: Blade and Bow brand ambassador Jack Souder, Blade and Bow brand cultivator Jeff Parrott, and Christian Parrott. 

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Specialty bourbon tastings offered by Blade and Bow. 

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The equestrian-inspired lounge.

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Brent Bruner and Matthew Carter.

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Music duo Carrie Johnson and Taylor Hampton.

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Friends catch up over cocktails before heading to the Keeneland Clubhouse.

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A Keeneland “betologist” advises the crowd on how to bet on their race day favorites.

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Stitzel-Weller Distillery brand home manager Elizabeth Asay and Mike Asay.  

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Early Girl tomato gazpacho with vinegar, garden basil, and smoked salt.

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Guests arrive in style at Keene Place.

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Following the brunch, guests are treated to an exclusive view of the afternoon races.

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