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
Other Kentucky bourbon distilleries are also located along the bourbon trail. Distilleries such as Buffalo Trace and Barton 1792 Distillery are definitely worth visiting, and offer exciting tours and free tastings.
Use the search below to explore more about bourbon in Kentucky, bourbon tour experiences and additional attractions and events.
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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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Louisville, KY
www.mintjuleptours.com
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At Mint Julep Tours our motto is: The purpose of fun is to have some...So come join us! Our commitment to sharing the traditions from Kentuckian's before us inspires the creat...
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Bardstown, KY
www.1792bourbon.com
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Tour a fully operating distillery in Bardstown. All ages welcome.
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Frankfort, KY
www.buffalotracedistillery.com/
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In Kentucky, buffalo carved a pathway that was followed by America's early pioneers. On the spot where the buffalo migration route crossed the Kentucky River, we've been makin...
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Bardstown, KY
www.bourbonheritagecenter.com
Heaven Hill's state-of-the-art Bourbon Heritage Center is designed to provide visitors with the ultimate educational and entertainment experience in the making and the history... |
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Clermont, KY
www.jimbeam.com
Come visit the all new Jim Beam American Stillhouse - Home of the the World''s #1 selling Bourbon. Get a behind-the-scenes look at all things Jim Beam. See every facet of the ... |
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Clermont, KY
www.jimbeam.com
Home of the World''s #1 selling Bourbon. All new American Stillhouse that lets you experience the true spirit of the bourbon making process. Come as a friend, Leave as family... |
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Lebanon, KY
www.independentstavecompany.com/tours
Independent Stave Company is a family-owned, dynamic, global company reaching customers in over 40 countries and cooperages around the world. Every day, millions of people enj... |
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Lexington, KY
At Alltech’s Lexington Brewing and Distilling Company — better known as Kentucky Ale® — in downtown Lexington, we have been brewing award-winning beers s... |
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Lebanon, KY
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