• Buffalo Trace Distillery - Buffalo Trace Distillery

The oldest continuously operating distillery in the United States, with records dating back to the 1770s.

⚱️ Its legendary lineup includes Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, and the highly sought-after Blanton’s — often featuring gift-shop exclusives not available elsewhere.

Collectors may discover limited editions or single-barrel selections released only on site, making every visit a treasure hunt for bourbon enthusiasts.

• J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery - J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery
  Honoring the legacy of John Graves Mattingly (licensed 1845), this craft distillery employs a “double-staving” process.

⚱️ The “Classic Bourbon” blend (6½-year, 119 proof) along with ultra-limited Private Barrel Select bottlings are available exclusively through the distillery.
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For tour guests: these expressions are not found in typical retail channels — offering a sense of “exclusive souvenir from the trail.”

• 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.
• Four Roses - Four Roses Distillery

Known 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.

• Wild Turkey Distillery - Wild Turkey Distillery

Perched 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.

• 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.
• Woodford Reserve Distillery - Woodford Reserve Distillery

Founded 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.

• 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.
• 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.
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⚱️ 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.

• 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.
• Castle & Key Distillery - Castle & Key Distillery

Nestled 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.
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A stop that aligns perfectly with your “iconic + family-owned + innovative gems” principle: premium yet relaxed.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
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Perfect for including a “heritage” stop in your tour lineup — strong story + strong take-away bottle.

• Angel’s Envy Distillery - Angel’s Envy Distillery

Founded 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.

• 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.

• Evan Williams Bourbon Experience - Evan Williams Bourbon Experience

Established in 1783 on Louisville’s Whiskey Row, Evan Williams carries a legacy of early bourbon craftsmanship.
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⚱️ 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.

• 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.
• Maker’s Mark - Maker’s Mark

Maker’s Mark is iconic and elegant; their distillery shop frequently offers private barrel programs, limited editions, and bespoke labeling options.

⚱️ For 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.

• Private transportation

• Lunch
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Bourbon Bites Tour: Explore the Trail. Visit up to 7 Distilleries in One Day

Enjoy private and exclusive transportation.
The itinerary is customized for your group, considering distillery availability and travel time, ensuring minimal time spent on the road.

This tour focuses on exploration, shopping, and discovering rare bourbons unique to this area, without scheduled tours or tastings.
Purchases are at your own expense.

Buffalo Trace — Blanton’s, Eagle Rare, E.H. Taylor, Weller.
Woodford Reserve — Double Oaked & Master’s Collection
Heaven Hill — Elijah Craig & Larceny Barrel Proof.
Four Roses — Ten signature recipes
Castle & Key — Restoration Rye & small-batch
Jeptha Creed — Bloody Butcher Corn bourbon
Bluegrass Distillers — Blue Corn Bottled-in-Bond.
Stitzel-Weller — Blade & Bow, home of the Pappy Van Winkle

Visit up to 7 distilleries in one day.
Spend as much time as you wish at each stop — savor what you enjoy, purchase what you love, and move on at your own pace.
No scheduled tours or tastings — just you and Kentucky bourbon.
Explore the Trail.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.