How long does it take to do the Bourbon Trail?

Tours last approximately one hour, ending with a tasting. With driving times averaging about twenty minutes between distilleries, most people can fit in three tours per day (in some distilleries, tours are only offered on the hour). You do not have to take a tour at each distillery.

Is Blanton’s on the Bourbon Trail?

This includes Blanton’s original single barrel bourbon, pictured below, George T. Buffalo Trace isn’t included on the official Bourbon Trail due to the fact that they’re not on the board of distillers, but this distillery differs from the rest in Bourbon county in that it is free to visit.

What is the best way to do the Bourbon Trail?

For most people, a mix of tours and tastings is the best way to experience the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Most tours teach you the same process about bourbon distilling, with a few differences at each distillery. It gets to be repetitive.

Where does the Bourbon Trail start and end?

Where should I start my visit to the distilleries on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® tour? While we welcome you to begin your journey at any of our iconic distilleries, the official start will be the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® Welcome Center at the Frazier Museum on historic Whiskey Row in downtown Louisville.

Is the bourbon trail worth it?

Whether you’re a bourbon snob, or you just like drinking, the Kentucky Bourbon Trail is a must-visit. They give a really thorough background on the drink and Louisville’s history with it (and yes, it ends with a tasting). Seeing as this is the only “bourbon tour” in Louisville proper, it’s worth the stop.

Where should I eat on the Bourbon Trail?

Delicious Food on Tap at Kentucky’s Bourbon Distilleries

• Star Hill Provisions, Maker’s Mark.
• Firehouse Sandwich Stop, Buffalo Trace.
• The Kitchen and Bar, Bardstown Bourbon Company.
• Glenn’s Creek Café, Woodford Reserve.
• Elkhorn Tavern, Barrel House Distillery.
• Alex&nder, Copper & Kings.
• Chocolate Pairings, Lux Row.

Can you buy Pappy at the distillery?

Pappy Van Winkle can not be purchased at the distillery by visitors. Because of the popularity of the pricey bourbon distribution is closely monitored and controlled.

Which bourbon distillery tour is best?

Best Overall: Makers Mark.

Is Jack Daniels on the bourbon Trail?

Distilleries on the tour range from big players such as Jack Daniel’s and George Dickel to newer spirits makers including Nashville Craft and Chattanooga Whiskey Co. The trail includes 11 distilleries in East Tennessee, 13 in Middle Tennessee and one in West Tennessee.

Where should I eat on the bourbon Trail?

Where should I stay for the Kentucky Bourbon Trail?

9 Best Hotels Near the Kentucky Bourbon Trail

• 21c Museum Hotel Louisville. Credit: 21c Museum Hotel Louisville.
• The Brown Hotel. Credit: The Brown Hotel.
• Louisville Marriott East. Credit: www.marriott.com.
• Beaumont Inn.
• The Seelbach Hilton Louisville.
• Maple Hill Manor Bed & Breakfast.
• Omni Louisville Hotel.
• Campbell House.

Who is the owner of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail?

Kentucky Bourbon Trail®, Bourbon TrailTMand Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour®are trademarks of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association. Please enjoy like a true Kentuckian — Responsibly.

How long is the Kentucky Bourbon Trail tour?

Start at the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® Welcome Center in downtown Louisville and they can assist you in planning your trip. Explore Kentucky’s finest. With 37 distilleries, it’s hard to pick just one favorite. Some are as close as eight miles and others are as far as 70 miles apart. Average tour time is 90 minutes.

Is it safe to tour a bourbon distillery?

It is important to note that some tours go into sensitive production areas, so health and safety concerns are paramount to distillery operations. Please stay tuned to social media and any tour/reservation information that comes from your distillery destinations about any changes in policies or experience procedures.

Do you have to wear a mask on the Bourbon Trail?

In the days ahead, please note that as distilleries work to increase capacity and tour offerings, some distilleries will continue to require masks for guests and staff—please respect those individual business decisions.