The Mint Julep Cup was first forged in the 1800s in Kentucky-- used for drinks, and soon became a sign of wealth ….now they are used for gifts: graduations, Deb Balls, weddings, centerpieces, thank you gifts, horse race winners, and more. We make short nosegay arrangements in them featuring; roses, mini garden hydrangeas, tulips, gerb daisies, and blooms that are as pretty as they are (once sterling silver cups-now faux silver).