Louisville boasts a wide range of distilleries, from iconic legacy brands to exciting new faces in the industry. Each tour offers a one-of-a-kind experience, so be sure to reserve your spot ahead of time, as popular tours often sell out quickly.
For an exceptional selection of bourbons and other spirits, Louisville is home to some of the best bourbon bars and bottle shops. Whether you're in the mood for a cocktail, a classic speakeasy vibe, or a laid-back dive bar, neighbourhoods like NuLu and Downtown offer plenty of options for a great night out.
If you prefer to dive right into bourbon tasting, Louisville has a variety of tasting rooms to explore. Whether you're sampling rare small-batch selections or iconic favourites, you'll find a wide range of bourbons to enjoy.
Louisville’s bourbon scene offers more than just distillery tours and tasting rooms. After exploring the city, stop by Bourbon Barrel Foods to pick up unique, artisan products from the heart of Bourbon Country. For a more adventurous experience, head to Hermitage Farm where you can tour the scenic grounds, interact with racehorses, and unwind with a bourbon flight to cap off your visit.
In the 1930s, the Kentucky Derby proclaimed its official cocktail as the Mint Julep, which helped popularize the libation to worldwide acclaim. A Mint Julep is a must on the first Saturday in May, or as early as April, which has been officially dubbed Mint Julep Month. The springtime sipper is made with simple syrup, ice, mint, and of course, Kentucky Bourbon, and has been a derby-time tradition for nearly 90 years. Other Derby Day staples include pimento cheese, creamy cucumber spread Benedictine on small triangle cut sandwiches, some version of Louisville’s official sandwich, the Hot Brown, and locally made Derby-Pie®.
Mint Julep Recipe
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