LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- It's never to early to start tailgating for a U of L game.

Keith Kaiser gathered some folks who know how to get the party started.  

The Kentucky Beef Council showed off their grilling skills.  Kiah Twisselman  says make sure to bring an extra table for tailgating to allow for prep space. Don't forget clean cutting boards. And make sure to have plenty of wipes and towels to keep your area clean. 

Oldschool 105.1's DJ Q has the beats for the crowd.  He is a huge Cards fan, and even helps get the team fired up at practices.

U of L's Pep Band got up well before dawn to join Keith's party. A hearty group of students spent the early morning playing the fight song and other favorites with band leader Al Greener. 

The showstopper for any tailgate is the party bus.  And Ian Campbell has a freshly pinstriped U of L party bus.  It's black and has a Cardinal logo painted on the side. 

WDRB Sports Reporter Eric Crawford stops by for some insight into the upcoming season.

And Brown-Forman's "How-To-Hostess" Brittany Gilbert is sharing her entertaining recipes and drinks for tailgating.  

Coopers’ Cup

2 parts Coopers’ Craft

1 part fresh lime juice

top with Ale-8-One  (roughly 6 parts)

Served over crushed ice in tin cup, garnished with mint sprig

Jack Honey & Lemonade

1.5oz Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey

1-8oz lemonade

Mix over ice

You can find all her ideas and recipes online.  CLICK HERE. 

Go Cards!

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