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Craft Bourbon Kentucky’s Hidden Distilleries Experience

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6 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Up to 5 Kentucky distilleries in one day • Tastings • Hidden craft gems • Private transportation • Local bourbon expert guide.

• Visit up to five carefully selected Kentucky distilleries in one day (depending on availability and your preferences).
• Discover hidden craft distilleries
• Tastings at each distillery, guided by the distillery’s own professionals.
• Distillery tours available upon request and depending on schedule availability.
• Private transportation and Customized itinerary
• Smart itineraries designed by area — maximizing distillery time and minimizing time on the road.
• Lunch stop available at distillery restaurants or local Kentucky favorites (at your own cost).
• Dedicated bourbon expert guide sharing local stories, bourbon knowledge, and Kentucky culture.
• Personalized attention before and during the tour via email or phone.
• Water included during the journey.

Relaxed. Authentic. Pure Kentucky bourbon.

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What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • Tips
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Meeting and Pickup

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Complimentary pickup in Downtown Louisville. Upon request, we also provide pickup anywhere in Kentucky, subject to availability and itinerary.

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J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery

J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery Honouring the legacy of John Graves Mattingly (licensed 1845), this craft distillery uses a “double-staving” process.⚱️ The “Classic Bourbon” blend (6½-year, 119 proof) along with ultra-limited Private Barrel Select bottlings are available only through the distillery. Fred Minnick +1For your tour guests: these expressions are not found in typical retail channels — gives the sense of “exclusive souvenir from the trail”.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace DistilleryThe oldest continuously operating distillery in the U.S., with records dating back to the 1770s.⚱️ Its legendary lineup includes Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, and the highly coveted Blanton’s — often with gift-shop exclusives not found anywhere else.Collectors may find limited editions or single-barrel selections released only on site, making every stop a treasure hunt for bourbon lovers.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Bluegrass Distillers

Bluegrass Distillers A Lexington craft producer known for organic, non-GMO small-batch bourbons. ⚱️ Unique shop exclusives include Blue Corn Bourbon and Cask Strength Single Barrels. Innovative and local — a glimpse into bourbon’s creative future.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Four Roses

Four Roses DistilleryKnown for its romantic history and unique 10-recipe system, Four Roses blends tradition with precision.⚱️ At the distillery gift shop, visitors may find Private Barrel Selections and Limited Edition Small Batch bottles unavailable in stores.Smooth, floral, and complex — every bottle tells a story of craftsmanship and southern charm.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Wild Turkey Distillery

Wild Turkey DistilleryPerched above the Kentucky River since 1869, Wild Turkey stands for bold flavor and timeless craft.⚱️ Icons like Wild Turkey 101, Rare Breed, and Master’s Keep define the brand’s legendary style.The distillery shop often features barrel-selects and small-batch exclusives — pure Kentucky character in a bottle.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Jeptha Creed

⚒ Jeptha Creed Distillery A family-owned, grain-to-glass distillery in Shelbyville using heirloom Bloody Butcher corn grown on their own farm. ⚱️ Signature bourbons include Straight Four Grain and Red, White & Blue, available in unique small batches at the distillery. Their single-barrel series and experimental releases — sometimes finished in brandy or wine casks — are exclusive to their gift shop.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Woodford Reserve Distillery

Woodford Reserve DistilleryFounded in 1812, Woodford Reserve stands as one of Kentucky’s most historic and refined bourbon distilleries.⚱️ Its copper pot stills and triple distillation process create a perfectly balanced spirit with notes of caramel, vanilla, and spice. Exclusive releases include Double Double Oaked, Honey Barrel Finish, and Tawny Port Finish — limited to the distillery shop.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Glenns Creek Distillery

Glenns Creek Distilling Built on the grounds of the original Old Crow Distillery, blending old spirit with new energy. ⚱️ Limited releases like OCD #5, Café Olé, and A-Maize-ing C.O.B. are crafted in tiny batches, only sold at the site. Bold, experimental, and undeniably Kentucky — perfect for those seeking something off the beaten path.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bardstown Bourbon Class

Bardstown Bourbon Company A new-generation powerhouse known for creativity and collaborative blends. ⚱️ Exclusive “Discovery Series” and “Fusion Series” releases are often available only at the distillery. Adds innovation and freshness to the heart of Bardstown’s bourbon heritage
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Whiskey Thief Distilling Co

Whiskey Thief Distilling Co.Located on a 127-acre farm in Franklin County, Whiskey Thief specializes in small-batch, uncut and unfiltered bourbons filled straight from the barrel. Old Forester⚱️ Their gift shop offers bottlings like the Bottled-in-Bond and site-exclusive uncut single barrels — for true bourbon aficionados. Ideal for a “craft plus story” stop in your itinerary.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Castle & Key Distillery

Castle & Key DistilleryNestled in Frankfort on the grounds of the historic Old Taylor site, Castle & Key blends heritage with revival-era elegance.⚱️ Visitors may find Single Barrel Bourbon, Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon, and their Experimental Series — releases often only available at the distillery. castleandkey.comA stop that aligns perfectly with your “iconic + family-owned + innovative gems” principle: premium yet relaxed.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Willett Distilling Company

Willett Distillery A boutique, family-run distillery producing some of Kentucky’s most coveted small-batch bourbons. ⚱️ Discover Willett Pot Still Reserve and Family Estate Single Barrels, bottled in limited runs. Elegant, collectible, and full of character — true bourbon artistry.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience

Heaven Hill Distillery Family-owned since 1935 and home to Kentucky icons like Elijah Craig and Larceny. ⚱️ The gift shop features rare William Heavenhill and Old Fitzgerald Decanter Series, often distillery-exclusive. Deep heritage and world-class bourbons make this a cornerstone of any trail.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Bardstown Bourbon Company

Bardstown Bourbon Company A new-generation powerhouse known for creativity and collaborative blends. ⚱️ Exclusive “Discovery Series” and “Fusion Series” releases are often available only at the distillery. Adds innovation and freshness to the heart of Bardstown’s bourbon heritage.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Preservation Distillery

Preservation Distillery A family-owned farm distillery dedicated to small-batch, pot-distilled bourbon. ⚱️ Known for Preservation Rye and limited-release Rare Perfection expressions, hand-bottled on site. Authentic, sustainable, and deeply local — a hidden gem of Bourbon Country.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Limestone Branch Distillery

Limestone Branch Distillery Founded by descendants of the Beam family, combining history and craft innovation. ⚱️ Exclusive single-barrel and cask-strength bourbons, including Yellowstone Hand Pick editions, sold only at the distillery. A charming finale — small, personal, and full of Kentucky spirit.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Lux Row Distillers

Lux Row Distillers A modern estate blending innovation with classic Kentucky spirit. ⚱️ Their shop offers “bourbon you can only get here,” including limited expressions of Ezra Brooks and David Nicholson Reserve. A perfect mix of premium style and relaxed atmosphere.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Old Forester Distilling

Old Forester Distillery Founded in 1870, Old Forester claims the title “America’s First Bottled Bourbon™” and has been continuously produced by the same company before, during and after Prohibition.⚱️ The distillery shop features ultra-limited bottles like the President’s Choice series (hand-selected barrels) originally only available at the site. Food & WinePerfect for including a “heritage” stop in your tour lineup — strong story + strong take-away bottle.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Angel's Envy Distillery

Angel’s Envy DistilleryFounded in Louisville, Angel’s Envy is admired for blending and finishing bourbons in port-wine and other unique casks.⚱️ Exclusive offerings include the Single Barrel Private Selection, the Cellar Collection, and other limited-edition releases available only at the distillery.Adds the “innovative gems” dimension — perfect for your premium yet relaxed luxury experience.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co.

Peerless Distilling Co.A revival of a pre-Prohibition brand, Peerless in Louisville now offers artisanal small-batch bourbons with a strong craft ethos.⚱️ The Series I Collection is “available for pickup at the Peerless distillery only” — making it a true distillery-exclusive bottle.A hidden gem for those clients who want something off the mainstream and deeply authentic
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Evan Williams Bourbon Experience

Evan Williams Bourbon ExperienceEstablished in 1783 on Louisville’s Whiskey Row, Evan Williams carries a legacy of early bourbon craftsmanship. Evan Williams Bourbon⚱️ The gift shop offers Single Barrel Vintage editions, the only vintage-dated barrels in the brand, plus other “Kentucky Exclusives” for on-site purchase.Great for guests who love history and want a takeaway bottle with story and rarity.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Stitzel-Weller Distillery

Stitzel-Weller Distillery Once home to Old Fitzgerald and Pappy Van Winkle, now the heart of Blade and Bow Bourbon. ⚱️ Rare bottles like Blade and Bow 22-Year-Old and limited single barrels are exclusive to the distillery. A living legend — history and prestige in every pour
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Maker's Mark

Maker’s MarkMaker’s Mark is iconic and elegant; their distillery shop frequently offers private barrel programmes, limited editions and bespoke labelling options.⚱️ For your tour guests, highlight that this stop combines heritage (small-batch, family-owned) with a unique take-away bottle.Good pairing for “iconic” category in your product grouping.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Evergreen Liquors

Evergreen Liquors is a premium stop in Louisville featuring a curated shop and a tasting bar with exclusive bourbons. A quick 15–20 minute visit to browse, sample, and purchase unique bottles. A flexible, no-tour stop that fits perfectly into your bourbon itinerary. Bourbon fanatics, there’s a new retail destination … the focal point … its six-seat tasting bar, where patrons will be able to try around 120 different selections of bourbon.”
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Craft Bourbon Kentucky’s Hidden Distilleries Experience?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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