How to make a Black-Eyed Susan: Recipe for drink of the Preakness

Easy recipe for how to make a Black Eyed Susan, the Preakness Stakes's official drink.

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It’s just about time for the Preakness Stakes, which means it’s just about time to make yourself a Black-Eyed Susan, the official drink of the annual race.

Black-Eyed Susan is to Preakness as mint julep is to Kentucky Derby, so if you’re feeling fancy or thirsty or both (or neither, I guess), here’s a handy recipe for making your own drink.

Check out the video above to see how to put it all together. 

Enjoy responsibly, of course.

Black-Eyed Susan recipe

- 1 1/2 ounce of vodka

- 1 ounce of bourbon

- 2 ounces of orange juice

- 2 ounces of sour mix

- Place an orange and cherry on top for garnish