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Charleston Derby Social

G&G and the Dewberry hosted a festive Kentucky Derby viewing party in their hometown of Charleston, South Carolina. Attendees celebrated with big hats, Maker’s Mark mint juleps, Southern fare, music from The Lowhills, and live viewing of the most exciting two minutes in sports.

Special thanks to: 

The Dewberry

Maker’s Mark

Matthias Kaupermann

Singular Private Wealth

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Jessi Davis and the Dewberry’s Ryan Casey pose with Casey’s specialty juleps in hand.

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Guests don their Derby best and enjoy views from the Dewberry’s eighth-floor private event space and rooftop.

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Nature’s Sweet Restorer is made with Maker’s Mark bourbon, Strega liqueur, Jack Rudy Cocktail Co. tonic syrup, Suze liqueur, lemon peel, orange peel, mint leaves, lemon coin, and fennel frond, and is garnished with dried roses.

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From left: Jennifer Snowden, Stacy Smallwood, and Kimberly Powell attend the Southern affair in their Derby best.

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From left: Rachel Ford, Elle Andress, Drew Tybus, Erin Spalding, and Nathalie Phillips toast Derby day with Maker’s Mark cocktails.

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Best hat contest winners Wendy Palmer and Kurt Quinn pose in their stylish attire.

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From left: Edwin Eversole, Jillian Eversole, and Allison Norton toast the afternoon races in Charleston.

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The Lowhills perform a blend of country, bluegrass, and Americana music throughout the day.

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From left: Ivy Trzebucki, Sara Rossi, and Deidre Zahl.

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Guests who pick the correct winning horse receive a special gift from G&G.

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Guests arrive in proper Derby hats, bow ties, dresses, and blazers for the celebration.

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Classic and custom mint juleps made with Maker’s Mark are served during the special occasion.

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Guests cheer on the Kentucky Derby contenders as the horses race for the title.

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