Bourbon Y'all

Kentucky
Bourbon Trail

Experience the heart of American whiskey country. Tour legendary distilleries, taste world-class bourbon, and discover why Kentucky is the bourbon capital of the world.

95%

of world's bourbon

70+

distilleries

200+

years of heritage

2.5M+

visitors annually

Featured Distilleries

Iconic stops on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail

Buffalo Trace Distillery barrel warehouse

Buffalo Trace Distillery

Frankfort, KY

Plan Visit

One of America's oldest continuously operating distilleries. Home to Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, and Pappy Van Winkle.

Free tours availableNational Historic LandmarkAward-winning bourbons
Maker's Mark red wax sealed bottles

Maker's Mark Distillery

Loretto, KY

Plan Visit

Famous for its hand-dipped red wax seal. Tour the picturesque grounds and dip your own bottle.

Scenic campusBottle dipping experienceGift shop
Woodford Reserve copper pot stills

Woodford Reserve

Versailles, KY

Plan Visit

Kentucky's smallest and oldest distillery. Experience craft bourbon making in historic copper pot stills.

Historic stone buildingsPremium tour optionsTasting experiences
Wild Turkey Distillery overlooking Kentucky River

Wild Turkey Distillery

Lawrenceburg, KY

Plan Visit

Perched on Wild Turkey Hill overlooking the Kentucky River. Home of Master Distiller Jimmy Russell.

River viewsLegend of bourbonRare Breed tastings
Jim Beam bourbon aging barrels

Jim Beam Distillery

Clermont, KY

Plan Visit

The world's #1 selling bourbon. Seven generations of Beam family craftsmanship.

American Stillhouse tourFred's SmokehouseKnob Creek experience

Plan Your Visit

Tips for the perfect bourbon trail experience

Book in Advance

Popular distilleries fill up quickly, especially on weekends. Book tours 1-2 weeks ahead.

Designate a Driver

Most tours include tastings. Plan for a designated driver or use a tour service.

Try the Passport

Get the official Kentucky Bourbon Trail Passport to collect stamps and earn rewards.

Explore Small Craft

Beyond the big names, Kentucky has 70+ craft distilleries worth discovering.

🏨 Where to Stay

Find bourbon country accommodations

From historic B&Bs to modern hotels, find the perfect base for your bourbon trail adventure.

Find Lodging

🚐 Guided Tours

Let someone else do the driving

Book a guided tour to enjoy tastings worry-free. Many include transportation and multiple distillery stops.

Browse Tours

Discover Bourbon Country Towns

The bourbon trail winds through charming Kentucky towns full of local restaurants, shops, and hidden gems worth exploring.

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