Bourbon Bites Tour: Bite the Trail. Up to 7 Distilleries. One Day

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Bourbon Bites Tour: Bite the Trail. Up to 7 Distilleries. One Day

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10h
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Overview

️ Bourbon Bites Tour: Bite the Trail. Up to 7 Distilleries. One Day

Private and exclusive transportation.
Itinerary is personalized with your group, based on distilleries’ availability and travel time — always minimizing time on the road.

No tours or tastings — just exploring, shopping, and finding rare bourbons you can only get here.
Purchases are at your own cost.
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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
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Up to 7 in one day.
Take all the time you want at each stop — taste what you like, buy what you love, and move on when you’re ready.
No tours or tastings scheduled — just Kentucky bourbon and you.
Bite The Trail.

Activity location

Buffalo Trace Distillery
- 113 Great Buffalo Trace
- 40601, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Buffalo Trace Distillery
- 113 Great Buffalo Trace
- 40601, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States

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Bourbon Bites Tour: Bite the Trail. Up to 7 Distilleries. One Day in Multilingual

10h
Opening hours: Sat 8:00am-6:00pm
English

Pickup included

Travelers

Languages available

Price details

$219.99 x 2 Adults$439.98

Total

What's included, what's not

Private transportation
We include a lunch stop and you pay at the restaurant for each one.
Tips

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Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery The oldest continuously operating distillery in the U.S., with records dating back to the 1770s. ⚱️ Its legendary lineup includes Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, and the highly coveted Blanton’s — often with gift-shop exclusives not found anywhere else. Collectors may find limited editions or single-barrel selections released only on site, making every stop a treasure hunt for bourbon lovers.

J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery

J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery Honouring the legacy of John Graves Mattingly (licensed 1845), this craft distillery uses a “double-staving” process and offers private-barrel select editions unique to their site. jmattingly1845.com +2 craftspiritsmag.com +2 ⚱️ The “Classic Bourbon” blend (6½-year, 119 proof) along with ultra-limited Private Barrel Select bottlings are available only through the distillery. Fred Minnick +1 For your tour guests: these expressions are not found in typical retail channels — gives the 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. Old Forester ⚱️ 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. castleandkey.com 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

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. brown-forman.com ⚱️ The distillery shop features ultra-limited bottles like the President’s Choice series (hand-selected barrels) originally only available at the site. Food & Wine 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. Evan Williams Bourbon ⚱️ The gift shop offers Single Barrel Vintage editions, the only vintage-dated barrels in the brand, plus other “Kentucky Exclusives” for on-site purchase. heavenhilldistillery.com 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 programmes, limited editions and bespoke labelling options. ⚱️ For your 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.

Location

Activity location

Buffalo Trace Distillery
- 113 Great Buffalo Trace
- 40601, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Buffalo Trace Distillery
- 113 Great Buffalo Trace
- 40601, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States

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