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Bourbon and Thoroughbreds: The Spirited History of the Kentucky Derby—And Its Deep Roots in NYC
April 18, 2025
From the racetracks of Kentucky to the bars of Manhattan, the history of the Kentucky Derby is tightly laced with whiskey, wagering, and New York City. Explore how America’s most iconic horse race found a second home in the Empire State—through bourbon barrels, betting slips, and bartenders in bow ties.