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May means mint julep time

Kentucky Derby time also means it's time for

Photo credit: Handout | Kentucky Derby time also means it's time for mint juleps.

The "run for the roses" at the Kentucky Derby Saturday is rivaled only by the dash for the mint juleps.

This friendly drink traditionally is served in silver cups. But unless you're at Churchill Downs, a chilled glass will do.

The source of the bourbon drink generally is considered Virginia rather than Kentucky. Early on, the drink was brandy-based.

But once bourbon became widely...

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