The Scots have their scotch. Italians, their wine. Russians, their vodka. In America, we’ve got our bourbon. Known as “America’s Native Spirit,” it’s the only alcohol that is a distinctive product of the United States.
In Kentucky, we take pride in that, especially considering 95 percent of this corn-based, caramel colored sipping icon is distilled, aged and bottled right here in the state’s bourbon country. It’s big business for the Bluegrass State. But more than industry, bourbon is a culture, a history and heritage built by generations of Kentuckians from as early as the late 18th century.
Today, you too can experience the culture of Kentucky bourbon country.
Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Take the legendary Kentucky Bourbon Trail through the heart of bourbon country and stop in on six of the state’s distilleries including Maker’s Mark, Jim Beam and Woodford Reserve. Tour bourbon country and experience the bourbon making process, view the facilities and amazingly beautiful surrounding landscapes, and stick around for an after-tour bourbon tasting.
Urban Bourbon Trail
Headed back to the city? Once you’re done with your tour of bourbon country, the Urban Bourbon Trail in Louisville should be your next stop. The trail consists of “the world’s best bourbon bars,” all of which must serve at least 50 different kinds of bourbon and hold at least one bourbon-related event each month. Many even specialize in bourbon-related food dishes.
Other Bourbon Distilleries
Not all of Kentucky’s unique bourbon distilleries are located along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, however. Distilleries such as Buffalo Trace and Tom Moor are definitely worth visiting, and offer exciting tours and free tastings.
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Bardstown, KY
www.1792bourbon.com
Tour the only fully operating distillery in Bardstown and see the inner workings of how our award winning Bourbon is made. This distillery is home to 1792 R... |
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Frankfort, KY
www.buffalotrace.com
Come visit the most award-winning distillery in the world—Buffalo Trace. We proudly hold the title of the oldest continually operating distillery in Am... |
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Lawrenceburg, KY
www.fourroses.us
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Tour the Four Roses-brand distillery that was built in the Spanish architectural style.
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Lawrenceburg, KY
www.wildturkeybourbon.com
Home of Wild Turkey, 101 proof bourbon. Gift shop hours: 8:30am til 4:30pm. Tours are available Monday through Saturday at 9am; 10:30am; 12:30pm; and 2:30pm. Call for holiday ... |
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Frankfort, KY
www.bluegrasswineandspirits.com
Experience firsthand the history of wine and bourbon on a trip through the rolling Bluegrass. Visit sites in Frankfort, Lawrenceburg and Midway to learn how these two beverag... |
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Versailles, KY
www.woodfordreserve.com
The Woodford Reserve Distillery is a National Historic Landmark that was originally established on the banks of Glenn's Creek in 1812. Amidst some of Kentucky's most famous... |
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Lexington, KY
www.kentuckyale.com
Established in 1794, Alltech's Lexington Brewery Company continues a splendid tradition of quality brewing producing Kentucky Ale, Kentucky Light and Kentucky Bourbon Barrel A... |
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Lexington, KY
www.barrelhousedistillery.com
Located in the Lexington Distillery Distict Barrel House Distilling Co. produces bourbon, rum (both still aging and yet to be named) as well as Devil John Moonshine and the... |
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Bowling Green, KY
www.corsairartisan.com
An award-wining small craft spirits company making very small batches of fine spirits, just a few cases at a time, in the pot stills. Everything is done by hand, from produ... |
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