Here's a simple mint julep recipe for the Kentucky Derby

Mint juleps have been the drink of choice at the Kentucky Derby for nearly a century.

If you can’t make it to Louisville, Kentucky, to watch the horse races in person, try making the traditional beverage at home. It’s pretty simple – check out this handy graphic for the ingredients and directions:

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