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Louisville Traditions
Our editors help you explore and experience the best of Louisville, including shops, art galleries, local attractions, and of course, Derby Day glamour. We also scoured the Internet to bring you four refreshing mint julep recipes
(Photo: Charles E. Walton IV)
by the editors of
Southern Accents


It's renowned as the home of the Kentucky Derby, but Churchill Downs and its trappings are only part of Louisville's appeal. Here's our take on this multifaceted Kentuckiana gem ...




OUR EDITORS' GUIDE TO THE CITY
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Destination: Louisville
Horses, hats, and mint juleps: Churchill Downs may be the place to be the first weekend of May, but every day of the year, you'll find plenty to see and do in this classic Southern city
RELATED READING
· A Derby Day Tradition
· Weekend Living: Home to Kentucky
· Collector's Primer: Mint Julep Cups


JULEPS ON PARADE
Enjoy a bit of Louisville tradition at home with these Derby-inspired cocktail recipes from our sister publications.
· Stanley's Mint Julep (from Coastal Living)
· Apple Mint Julep (from Cooking Light)
· Mint Julep Martini (from Southern Living)
· Classic Mint Julep (from Sunset)

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