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Kentucky Bourbon Trail (2 Days)
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When people think of
Kentucky, some think
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CLERMONT
bluegrass, others think
L BLOOMFIELD
derby. We only think
of bourbon. Kentucky
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has its own official bourbon
BARDSTOWN
trail, but our two-day version
is veering just slightly off that route to share one of our
favorite distilleries in America with you.
1. Jim Beam American Stillhouse
http://www.americanstillhouse.com/
526 Happy Hollow Rd.
Clermont, KY 40110
(502) 543-9877
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Jim Beam is
responsible for around
half the world’s
bourbon supply, so
it is a must-stop just
outside Louisville.
Other notable labels
in the Beam family
include Knob Creek,
Booker’s, Baker’s and
Basil Hayden’s.
2. Heaven Hill
Distillery
www.heavenhill.com
1311 Gilkey Run Rd.
Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 337-1000
Heaven Hill Distillery is
located in Bardstown,
Ky. — recently voted
most beautiful small
town in America.
Heaven Hill, while
lesser known than
some of the other
bourbon names on
this trail, holds the title
of America’s largest,
independently-owned,
family-run distillery.
And their bourbon
is delicious and
affordable.
3. Four Roses
Distillery
www.fourrosesbourbon.com
1224 Bonds Mill Rd.
Lawrenceburg, KY
40342
(502) 839-2655
The Four Roses historic
Spanish-mission-style
architecture will make
you feel like you’ve
been dropped off in
the old west, but don’t
worry, the bourbon’s
much better than
theirs. This mellow,
smooth whiskey is one
of our favorites.
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4. Buffalo Trace
Distillery
https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/
113 Great Buffalo Trace
Frankfort, KY 40601
(800) 654-8471
Here’s where we veer
off the traditional trail
a bit. From bottom to
top shelf, every whiskey
made at this distillery
is exceptional. Their
namesake is one of our
favorite whiskeys, and
this distillery is now also
responsible for Blanton’s,
George Stagg and the
elusive cult obsession,
Pappy Van Winkle.
LODGING:
Springhill Winery
Plantation Bed
and Breakfast
springhillwinery.com
The Springhill Winery
Plantation Bed and
Breakfast is a gorgeous
little hideaway in historic
Bloomfield, Ky., less than
a half hour from your
distillery destinations.
The plantation home
offers a relaxing vibe
with its sprawling
pastures and charming
bike paths. If you’re
visiting on a weekend, be
sure to rise early for their
full country breakfast.