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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Experience the Kentucky Bourbon Trail as you discover the region and our proud heritage of the bourbon industry. Whether it is the East Route or the South Route, you'll see th...
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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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Bardstown, KY
www.1792bourbon.com
Tour the only fully operating distillery in Bardstown. Tours show the inner
workings of how our Bourbon is made, from the grain delivery to the bottling
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Frankfort, KY
www.buffalotrace.com
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 ma... |
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Bowling Green, KY
www.cosairartisan.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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Clermont, KY
www.jimbeam.com
Visitor Center for world-famous Jim Beam Distillery. Discover the Jim Beam mystique and colorful history of the legendary Beam family. Step back in time with the many exhibits... |
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