Category: Kentucky Derby and Horse Racing Collection
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“The Final Stretch: The Late Bob Stokhaug’s Passion Comes to Auction”
Bravo Auctioneers Presents: A Kentucky Derby and Horse Racing Collection Auction Bob Stokhaug’s passion for the track began in the late 1950s with weekend trips to Arlington Park. From there, it became a lifelong love affair with the sport of kings. Bob worked as a bloodstock agent, attended countless Derbies, was an avid collector and…
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The Mint Julep Cup: A Timeless Kentucky Derby Tradition
Few Traditions are as iconic to the Kentucky Derby as the mint julep, served in its signature silver or pewter cup. This Southern cocktail, made with bourbon, mint, sugar, and crushed ice, has been the official drink of the Derby since 1938, symbolizing elegance and racing heritage. Beyond its role as a refeshing beverage, the…

