Churchill Downs News Release: Churchill Downs Unveils Official Kentucky Derby 152 Mint Julep Glass and Art of the Kentucky Derby

Nov 19, 2025

Churchill Downs Racetrack has revealed the official Mint Julep Glass and “Art of the Kentucky Derby” for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve – both designed by Kentucky-native Grayson Reynolds.

Since its inception in 1938, the Kentucky Derby Mint Julep Glass has grown in popularity and is viewed by many authorities as the leading Derby collectible. This year’s glass features three horses racing at different strides surrounded by roses as a nod to the garland draped over all Derby winners. The names of every official Kentucky Derby champion – from Aristides in 1875 to Sovereignty in 2025 – wraps around the back of the glass.

Reynolds’ official Derby 152 artwork showcases five Thoroughbreds charging from the starting gate beneath the Twin Spires, with red roses bursting from the track to demonstrate the emotion and anticipation of the Run for the Roses®.

“We are thrilled to showcase Grayson as the first Art of the Kentucky Derby artist to also design the official julep glass – two iconic traditions united by her artistry,” said Megan App, Director of Licensing at Churchill Downs Racetrack. “Her work captures the emotion and excitement of The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®.”

Reynolds “Official Art of the Kentucky Derby” will be featured on the 2026 Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks official racing programs and a variety of merchandise.

“I’m incredibly honored to be named the first-ever artist to design both the Kentucky Derby art and julep glass,” Reynolds said. “As a native Kentuckian, traditions of the Derby have been part of my story growing up, and I’m excited to share my work with the world.”

Reynolds will be at Churchill Downs on Friday, Nov. 28, to sign prints of her artwork. The artist signing will take place in the Churchill Downs Store, located just inside the Paddock Gate, between 2-4 p.m.

Kentucky Derby mint julep glasses and Art of the Derby prints are available for purchase at www.KentuckyDerbyStore.com.

Tickets for the 152nd Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby can be secured by visiting www.KentuckyDerby.com and www.DerbyExperiences.com or by calling (502) 636-4447.

ABOUT THE KENTUCKY DERBY

The $5 million Kentucky Derby takes place on the first Saturday in May at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. Inaugurated in 1875, the legendary 1 ¼-mile race for 3-year-olds is the longest continually held major sporting event in the United States and the first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown series. Also known as, “The Run for the Roses®” and “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®,” the Kentucky Derby is the most attended horse race in the nation. The 152nd Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026. For more information, please visit www.KentuckyDerby.com.