Can summertime vibin’ get any better then live music, libations, and yummy food trucks? Yes. Having it all take place at the enchanting grounds of Castle & Key Distillery in Frankfort, KY. Beginning May 3rd, the breath taking distillery campus will host a live music experience on the first Wed of every month. Tickets are […]
Can summertime vibin’ get any better then live music, libations, and yummy food trucks? Yes. Having it all take place at the enchanting grounds of Castle & Key Distillery in Frankfort, KY.
Beginning May 3rd, the breath taking distillery campus will host a live music experience on the first Wed of every month. Tickets are available. Enjoy!
Join us on the first Wednesday of every month, starting May 3rd through September 6th, for a night of live music, drinks, and local food trucks on the Springhouse lawn. Bring your friends, family, and a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the evening. Gates open at 5:30 pm with live music at 6:00 pm. The Boiler Room (retail space), Taylorton Station Bar, and food vendors will be available upon opening.Our first artist in this series will be Scott T. Smith. Ticket prices will vary by artist. Reservations open for the following month, the first Thursday of the prior month. Limited tickets are available for purchase starting Thursday, April 6th, at https://bit.ly/3zeo6yc
OK, so 13,000+ citizens may not get you in the top tier of bustling metropolitans. But…if a city’s might and mojo were based on Bourbon however, well, Bardstown, Kentucky, would be NYC + LA combined. The exceedingly charming and quaint town is a superpower of Bourbon production, being within 16 miles of 11 distilleries. Many […]
OK, so 13,000+ citizens may not get you in the top tier of bustling metropolitans. But…if a city’s might and mojo were based on Bourbon however, well, Bardstown, Kentucky, would be NYC + LA combined.
The exceedingly charming and quaint town is a superpower of Bourbon production, being within 16 miles of 11 distilleries. Many of those whiskey makers being the big fish of the industry. Goes without saying, Bardstown is The Bourbon Town. And they’re proud of it, rightfully so. They have put together something quite special that embodies the special bonds between the town, its economic powerhouse, and the mutual respect between the distilleries themselves.
“The heart of bourbon lives in Bardstown, Kentucky, and the Bardstown Collection is the perfect way to tell the story of the legends, the bourbon pioneers, the modern-day innovators, and the town that truly bonds them together.” said Samantha Brady, Executive Director of Bardstown Tourism.
Six Distilleries. Six Unique Expressions. One Collection.
This header is the perfect mantra for the 2023 Bardstown Collection (BC), it being the second year for this special collaboration of distillery releases. Here’s the breakdown.
6 distilleries are participating. Each distillery has selected 3 unique barrels for its respective BC offering. Some have created a blend of all 3, some have gone the single barrel route making each barrel its own expression.
Their bourbon will then be bottled in custom packaging under the cohesive brand name “Bardstown Collection” displaying their own distillery’s secondary label signifying the six different editions of the collection. Every bottle is then housed in a custom box that celebrates the community and history of Bardstown.
The shared bottle design features iconic images from Bardstown, such as the historic My Old Kentucky Home. Gold-embossed blue boxes with ornate design and includes a colorful booklet that highlights distillery experiences, history, and the unique diversity of each participating distillery.
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Release Dates: April 13- 14 (Distilleries Only)
The Bardstown Collection will be formally released Thursday, April 13, and Friday, April 14, with 6 staggered releases from all participating distilleries spread across two days – 3 distilleries a day. Each distillery has their own limited quantities of bottles, and not everyone is guaranteed an entire set.
Release Schedule is as follows: Thursday, April 13th 9am – Heaven Hill Distillery 12pm – Log Still Distillery 3pm – James B. Beam
Friday, April 14th 9am – Lux Row Distillers 12pm – Bardstown Bourbon Company 3pm – Preservation Distillery
The 2023 Bardstown Collection distilleries include: • Bardstown Bourbon Company: Beautifully situated on 100 acres of working farmland, Bardstown Bourbon Company, opened in 2016, offering a Napa-style experience in the heart of bourbon country. • Heaven Hill Distillery: As America’s largest independent and family-owned producer of distilled spirits, Heaven Hill’s massive inventory exceeds 1.5 million barrels. • James B. Beam Distilling Co. (Jim Beam): The James B. Beam Distilling Co. celebrates more than two centuries of bourbon legacy from the First Family of Bourbon. Producers of Jim Beam, the world’s No. 1 selling bourbon to innovations from their new Fred B. Noe Distillery, they bring family heritage and the future of American whiskey together. • Log Still Distillery: Log Still Distillery boasts a 300+ acre, family-owned campus, where you can enjoy Monk’s Road premium Bourbons and Gins in the Tasting Room or book a tour of the recently opened state-of-the-art distillery. • Lux Row Distillers: One of the newest destinations on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Lux Row Distillers is situated on a 90-acre campus, minutes from the center of Bardstown, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the bourbon-making process in its recently expanded distillery. • Preservation Distillery + Farm: A hidden Bardstown treasure, Preservation Distillery is the first and only 100% pot-distilled producer in Nelson County, creating hand selected, rare barrels of intensely flavored whiskey.
*Pre-Release VIP EVENT (April 12th)*
There will be a tasting event Wednesday, April 12th at Bardstown’s Scout and Scholar Brewery, starting 6:30pm ET. $150 per ticket.
Scout and Scholar Brewery in the heart of downtown Bardstown, 6:30pm ET Kick Off
Live tastings of each release with the Master Distillers
Delicious appetizers and hors d’oeuvre provided by Scout & Scholar
Live Music
Each ticket includes a drink bracelet which allows you (2) pours from each distillery.
NO BOTTLES SOLD AT THIS EVENT
Additional Release Opportunities
Adding a twist this year, there will be 4 more additional opportunities to buy the set throughout the coming months.
Powered by Mint Julep Transportation, consumers will be given the opportunity to purchase tickets for once a month continuing throughout April-July. With these tickets, you gain access to a one-of-a-kind Bardstown Collection experience. The tickets include a 2-day experience in the Bourbon Capital of the World, traveling through all 6 distilleries involved in the collection. Each distillery has created an exclusive, immersive experience to tell the story of Bardstown through the liquid. Every stop includes a tasting of the 2023 iconic Bardstown Collection and the only opportunity to buy the full set after initial release.
The dates of the Mint Julep x Bardstown Collection Experiences will be offered the following:
Thursday, April 27th & Friday, April 28th
Thursday, May 18th & Friday, May 19th
Thursday, June 29th & Friday, June 30th
Thursday, July 27th and Friday, July 28th
Master Distiller Quotes
“A collaboration like this is unheard of in the bourbon industry,” said Conor O’Driscoll, Master Distiller at Heaven Hill Distillery. “We are so pleased to be a part of the collaboration and camaraderie between so many Bardstown distilleries.”
“We couldn’t be more excited to join Bardstown Collection Bourbon for a second year in a row. This year, our limited-edition features Bourbons from 10, 11 & 12 millionth milestone barrels filled at James B. Beam Distilling Co., that have been left untouched for years until we found an opportunity worthy of using them. The result is a well-balanced and intricate bourbon. The Bardstown Collection is more than a delicious bourbon; it’s a celebration of the town’s history and camaraderie. It’s this fellowship of the folks living in Bardstown that kept Bourbon alive during the toughest times. They helped solve problems for the industry and assisted the community. It’s been such a strong part of my own family’s history and such a robust component of bourbon’s history – we’re excited to celebrate with this new release!” – Freddie Noe, 8th Generation Master Distillery of James B. Beam Distillery.
“Lux Row is proud to be the newest member of the Bardstown Bourbon Collection. For our first year, we are offering three single barrels, which are over six years old and bottled at 129 proof. These barrels feature our low rye bourbon recipe, my favorite recipe here at Lux Row. Since we’re not blending these single barrels, you can expect different flavor notes from each, but in general, our low rye recipe plays to the sweetness of the corn, so expect some vanilla and caramel notes, with a slight spice and a little dry fruit on the finish. Lux Row has been an active member of this community for several years now, and entering the collection lays claim to our roots here in the Bourbon Capital of the World.” Said John Rempke, Master Distiller at Lux Row Distillers.
“This collaboration is a representation of the incredible bourbon that Bardstown is built on,” said Lynne Dant, Chief Operating Officer and Distiller of Log Still Distillery. “We are honored to join the Bardstown Collection in creating a one-of-a-kind bourbon that directly impacts our community and raises the standard of the industry.”
The Palatella Family, owners of Preservation Distillery added, “Our family has loved being a part of the Kentucky Bourbon community for many decades. We’re part of the community. We’re honored to join our fellow bourbon distillers in Bardstown as we come together for an incredible cause — and great bourbon.”
This is not a drill…Don’t miss the first-ever Single-Barrel Select (SBS) drawing livestreamed from Buffalo Trace Distillery on 3/31! Bourbon Hall of Famer Freddie Johnson, Buffalo Trace Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley and Single Barrel Select expert Susannah Hubler will be drawing 54 tickets to award Single Barrel Select winners the opportunity to purchase a barrel […]
This is not a drill…Don’t miss the first-ever Single-Barrel Select (SBS) drawing livestreamed from Buffalo Trace Distillery on 3/31! Bourbon Hall of Famer Freddie Johnson, Buffalo Trace Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley and Single Barrel Select expert Susannah Hubler will be drawing 54 tickets to award Single Barrel Select winners the opportunity to purchase a barrel from one of BTD’s award-winning brands.
About “SBS” Program
This program allows you, the consumer, the opportunity to be selected for your OWN BARREL of Buffalo Trace Distillery made whiskey! #NBD. To enter the SBS Program, all you need to do is jump on the page, fill out the simple form, and that’s it!
WHICH BRANDS ARE OFFERED: This will vary per drawing. SBS members will be notified prior which brands will be available for that specific drawing opportunity.
Regarding brand selection for the FIRST EVER livestream drawing (3/31), we found this on the SBS site.
SBS is a Points System, with each point earned gaining additional entries for each drawing which will take place multiple times throughout the year.
POINT SYSTEM:
The point system is designed to reward longevity and engagement with the program, while offering more transparency in how barrels are allocated.
The total points a member has will equal the total number of entries in our barrel drawings.
Everyone automatically receives 1 point when they sign up for SBS and an additional 1 point for each year they are a member.
Up to 3 additional points can be awarded in a given year based on the activities offered to members throughout the year.
Points only reset upon the purchase of a barrel, and will stay at 0 for 1yr.
BARREL PRICING: Pricing will vary pending on the brand chosen and the number of bottles filled per barrel selection. The site notes a suggested range of 160 – 240 bottles (750ml). It also notes a vast differential of barrel pricing, varying $5,000 – $825,000. We can’t help but wonder what brand the latter would be?! State tax will be applied and vary per state.
CONSUMER ARRANGES THE RETAILER: Each selected member will need to arrange an agreement with a retailer. Sazerac notes they will not interject in this process. The site does note suggested pricing.
BUFFALO TRACE DISTILLERY EXPERIENCE: If selected, you will have the option to visit the stoic grounds of Buffalo Trace Distillery for a private tour and the opportunity to sample your barrel on distillery grounds (most brands, anyways). If a trip to BTD isn’t in the cards, Sazerac can ship samples to you. But yeah, probably best you “buy the ticket, take the ride” as Hunter S. Thompson wisely said;)
Whiskey fans across the Tri-State attended the second-annual John G. Carlisle Bottled-in-Bond (BIB) Competition and Celebration Friday, March 3, at Smoke Justis in Covington, KY. For its second year, attendees once again crowned New Riff Distilling as the winner of its blind tasting event, which was held from 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 3. The two […]
Whiskey fans across the Tri-State attended the second-annual John G. Carlisle Bottled-in-Bond (BIB) Competition and Celebration Friday, March 3, at Smoke Justis in Covington, KY.
For its second year, attendees once again crowned New Riff Distilling as the winner of its blind tasting event, which was held from 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 3. The two other finalists being Early Times BiB and Henry McKenna 10 Year BiB.
During the event, meetNKY and The B-Line®, in conjunction with Smoke Justis, led guests in a guided blind-pour tasting of three of the best BIB whiskey varietals in the country. Members of The B-Line® nominated the three whiskeys for the tastings (New Riff’s Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Early Time’s Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon and Henry McKenna’s 10-Year Single Barrel Bourbon), which patrons then cast votes for the best Bottled-In-Bond whiskey. Guests also sampled specially crafted charcuterie boards to complement each flavor profile.
Photo: Ben Gastright
“We are so honored to have been named as one of the best bonded whiskies two years in a row by those who know and love them,” said Mac Harris, New Riff distiller. “It’s always fun to be able to gather with friends and whiskey enthusiasts in a shared setting to celebrate the industry and the role our region continues to play in creating world-class spirits.”
New Riff also received the John G. Carlisle Award in 2022 at the inaugural Bottled-in-Bond event, which celebrated the 125th anniversary of the passage of the Bottled In Bond Act on March 3, 1897.
“This event is such a fun way to celebrate Covington’s strong historical ties as a leader in setting high standards for the whiskey industry,” said president and CEO of meetNKY, Julie Kirkpatrick. “We enjoyed being back at Smoke Justis to celebrate one of Kentucky’s signature industries. Congratulations to New Riff for taking home the John G. Carlisle Award for the second year in a row for their unique flavor profile and all-around stellar spirit.”
NKY CVB President, Julie Kirkpatrick. Photo Ben Gastright
The 2023 BIB celebration kicked off with socializing in the bourbon bar at Smoke Justis, followed by welcome remarks and a short education on BIB and Covingtonian John G. Carlisle’s role in passing the Federal legislation.
Before Congressman Carlisle championed the passage of the BIB Act in 1897, much of the whiskey produced nationwide often included harmful additives like iodine, tobacco and even paint thinner. As a result of the Act, participating BIB distillers must put their products into federally bonded warehouses for at least four years and bottle at 100 proof (50% alcohol by volume). Additionally, owners must stipulate on the labels of their bottles where the whiskey is distilled and where it was bottled, if not at the same location where it’s distilled.
A Spectacle of Wonder 1973 – O.J. Simpson was the #1 running back that year, eclipsing 2,000 yards for the first time in league history. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was MVP of the hardwood (for the Bucks). Pete Rose and Reggie Jackson were MLB MVP’s. All legendary athletes. All icons of their craft. But the most amazing […]
1973 – O.J. Simpson was the #1 running back that year, eclipsing 2,000 yards for the first time in league history. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was MVP of the hardwood (for the Bucks). Pete Rose and Reggie Jackson were MLB MVP’s. All legendary athletes. All icons of their craft. But the most amazing athletic performer that year, hands down, ran on four power thrusting legs and weighed over 1,100 lbs of pure chiseled muscular wonder. This athlete would shatter records and do the unimaginable. This athlete was thoroughbred racehorse icon Secretariat, aka “Big Red”.
The bulging beast of speed didn’t just win the Kentucky Derby that year on his quest for Triple Crown record shattering glory. He did so being the first horse in history to win the Kentucky landmark race in under 2 minutes at 1:59:40. For reference, there has only been one other Kentucky Derby winner to break the 2 minute mark. And that came nearly 30 years after Secretariat.
Here’s a nice summation of Secretariat’s greatness, via Wikipedia:
Secretariat was a champion American thoroughbred racehorse who is the ninth winner of the American Triple Crown, setting and still holding the fastest time record in all three races. He is regarded as one of the greatest racehorses of all time. He became the first Triple Crown winner in 25 years and his record-breaking victory in the Belmont Stakes, which he won by 31 lengths, is widely regarded as one of the greatest races in history. During his racing career, he won five Eclipse Awards, including Horse of the Year honors at ages two and three. He was nominated to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 1974.
In ’73, Secretariat made the cover of Sports Illustrated,Time Magazine, and Newsweek.
FREAKISHLY BUILT: Secretariat was marvel of genetic engineering. His powerful long legs were said to produce a stride of over 24 feet. And to go with it, the heart of champion, literally. His heart was said to weigh ~22lbs, the average horse heart weighing 8.5 lbs. And already mentioned, he weighed over 1,100 lbs.
Honoring Greatness – A Special Evening at The Kentucky Derby Museum
The Kentucky Derby Museum (Louisville, KY), located within the hallowed grounds of Churchill Downs, is hosting an unforgettable evening honoring the 50th Anniversary of the legendary Secretariat’s Triple Crown run.
Dinner Party: $200 per person
Per their website, the Dinner Party begins at 6:15 p.m., when guests are welcomed with a Woodford Reserve Gold Rush cocktail. Then enjoy a special Secretariat program and a Virginia-inspired three course dinner with a rare pour of Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked. FYI, Secretariat was technically born in Virginia. Guests can then roam through the Museum and experience the brand new Secretariat exhibit.
Secretariat Exhibit at The Kentucky Derby Museum.
VIP Experience: $250 per person
Begin the evening at 5:15 p.m. with an exclusive VIP cocktail hour and ribbon cutting. VIP guests will be welcomed with a Woodford Reserve Gold Rush cocktail, have access to the open bar, and be the first to experience the new exhibit. Then join the Dinner Party at 6:30 p.m. for a special Secretariat program and a Virginia-inspired three course dinner with a rare pour of Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked.
Secretariat Bourbon Box Set: Woodford Doubled Oak Private Select
Ticketed guests will have the guaranteed opportunity to purchase one of the Museum’s rare Secretariat Bourbon Box Sets in person. There will be no need to reserve your Box Set in advance, there will be enough quantity for one Box Set per guest.
Per their website:
As a prelude to our new exhibit, Secretariat: America’s Horse (opens in April), Kentucky Derby Museum is celebrating with a Bourbon Box Set featuring a rare bourbon from Woodford Reserve.
Kentucky Derby Museum’s commemorative Secretariat Bourbon Box Set celebrates the legend’s 50th anniversary of his Triple Crown sweep!
This is the only Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Personal Selection pick of 2022. Two batches were selected and bottled for the Museum, yielding only enough Bourbon to fill 400 Box Sets. Every bottle from both batches are numbered. Once these limited Box Sets are sold, the Museum will announce another limited release to coincide with the Secretariat Bourbon Dinner, to be held on Thursday, April 20.
Louisville, KY – The lineup for the mega outdoor music, food, and Bourbon festival Bourbon & Beyond, produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, was announced this week and lets just say it might make us…hungry like the wolfe! The unique festival, celebrating the perfect blend of bourbon, food and music, celebrates what makes Louisville such a […]
Louisville, KY – The lineup for the mega outdoor music, food, and Bourbon festival Bourbon & Beyond, produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, was announced this week and lets just say it might make us…hungry like the wolfe! The unique festival, celebrating the perfect blend of bourbon, food and music, celebrates what makes Louisville such a beloved festival destination.
“Bourbon & Beyond is our love letter to the city of Louisville and the great state of Kentucky,” says Danny Wimmer, Founder of Danny Wimmer Presents. “We can’t wait to showcase why Louisville has become our home away from home, so having the opportunity to curate an unbelievable festival experience rooted in amazing musical performances combined with our passion for bourbon and culinary arts is our dream come true.”
MAIN HEADLINERS: Hailed by Forbes magazine as “One of America’s most unique festival offerings,” Bourbon & Beyond continues to live up to its reputation as The World’s Largest Music & Bourbon Festival with a wide array of talented music acts along with the best pours and tempting eats from Kentucky’s favorite establishments. For the first time ever on the Bourbon & Beyond stages, the festival welcomes headliners Bruno Mars, The Killers and The Black Keys, along with the return of Brandi Carlile after her unforgettable performance last year.
“We were totally blown away by Brandi Carlile’s performance at Bourbon & Beyond last year. She is the voice of a generation and her set had such an impact on the crowd, we immediately knew we had to bring her back as a headliner,” comments Wimmer. “Having her return as a headliner, along with Bruno Mars, The Killers, The Black Keys as well as 2022 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductees Duran Duran, wow…we can’t wait to share the great community and spirit of bourbon country with the world.”
Over 65 musical acts in total will perform over the four-day festival. In addition to headliners Bruno Mars, The Killers, Brandi Carlile and The Black Keys, the 2023 lineup includes 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Duran Duran, Billy Strings, The Black Crowes, The Avett Brothers, Blondie, Train, Hozier, Jon Batiste, Brittany Howard, Ryan Bingham, Babyface, Midland, Bastille, Spoon, The Gaslight Anthem, First Aid Kit, Old Crow Medicine Show, Buddy Guy, Aloe Blacc, Wayne Newton, Mavis Staples, City and Colour, Inhaler, Paolo Nutini, ZZ Ward, Fantastic Negrito, Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, Luke Grimes, The Lone Bellow, Joy Oladokun, Maggie Rose, Hailey Whitters, Darrell Scott Band, Danielle Ponder, Dumpstaphunk, Boy Named Banjo, Brandy Clark, John Primer, Willie Jones, Stephen Wilson Jr., Drayton Farley, Goodbye June, As You Were, Vivi Rincon, Kelsey Waloon, Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper, The Lil Smokies, Twisted Pine, The Cleverlys, Town Mountain, Della Mae, Sunny War, Lindsay Lou, Dan Tyminski, and Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen.
In addition to the amazing musical acts, Bourbon & Beyond festival-goers will be treated to one-of-a-kind festival experiences throughout the weekend. The four-day event will feature daily workshops and demonstrations at the Team Kentucky Bourbon Stage Presented by Kentucky Proud and the Kentucky Venues Culinary Stage Presented by GE Appliances, pairing world-renowned master distillers and celebrity chefs with guest artist appearances and a who’s who of Kentucky personalities. The programming is hosted by Chefs Amanda Freitag, Chris Santos, and Ed Lee, along with the lead bourbon buyer in the United States, Chris Blandford, plus Blind Bourbon Live: Fred Minnick. The complete bourbon and culinary lineup will be announced this summer.
“Bourbon & Beyond is by far my favorite festival of the year! I am thrilled to be back in 2023 for the incredible music lineup, the tastiest cocktails and of course the food,” says Chef Amanda Freitag. “It combines all my favorite things in one weekend. I get to hang out with my buddy Chris Santos from Chopped and we get to play on stage with other great chefs from around the country. See you there!”
“I am beyond excited to be back hosting the culinary stage at Bourbon & Beyond after all the fun we had last year! This year’s lineup is bigger and better than ever and joining me will be the amazing Amanda Freitag,” says Chef Chris Santos. “This festival of revelry, amazing music, fine bourbon and culinary delights is simply the perfect party weekend and I’m honored to be a part of it. September can’t come fast enough!”
Bourbon lovers will be able to stop by Chris Picks MiniBar for select single barrels curated especially for the festival; the Hunter’s Club for rare and vintage sips; the Kentucky Distillers’ Association Craft Bourbon Bar for hand-picked craft distillery tastes; the George Dickel Flight School for daily step-by-step tastings where fans can learn about the art of bourbon; and the Jim Beam Tiki Barrel Bar for the perfect oasis to make the festival vacation complete.
In addition to select bourbon experiences, fans can rejoice in other cocktail offerings including the Highland Grounds Wine Garden and Blackened Presents, The Whiskey Bar. Bourbon & Beyond is also proud to present the 1Million Strong Wellness Retreat, providing fans a place to relax, recharge and enjoy the hottest mocktails this side of the Ohio river.
Another highlight of the weekend will be spending time in the Kroger Big Bourbon Bar. Featuring the best bluegrass bands, a podcast taping (or two), line dancing AND expertly curated picks of Kentucky’s finest, the bourbon trail is coming right to Bourbon & Beyond.
Visit the Bourbon & Beyond festival website for a complete description of festival experiences.
“As not only partners, but also fans, our team is excited for this year’s Bourbon & Beyond. September will showcase Kentucky’s hospitality and food scene to those expected to visit from 50 states and over 20 countries,” said David S. Beck, president & CEO of Kentucky Venues. “We appreciate the continued collaboration with Danny Wimmer Presents in hosting and growing this festival in the heart of Bourbon country.”
Calling Louisville, KY home, Bourbon & Beyond is the companion festival to Louder Than Life, which takes place the following weekend, September 21-24, 2023.
With the back-to-back festivals, 275,000 fans turned out in 2022, creating over $43 million in local economic impact, an attendance boom at all bourbon distilleries along the urban bourbon trail, and more than 50,000 hotel nights.
Single day, weekend, and VIP passes, along with camping are on sale now for as low as $10 down at BourbonandBeyond.com, or fans can purchase festival passes at DWPBourbon.com to utilize ShopPay or AfterPay payment methods. New in 2023, Bourbon & Beyond is proud to elevate the festival camper experience with Glamping offerings for both tent and RV in the Barrel and Oak Coves. VIP passes include exclusive perks with options including The Mint VIP Experience and Angel’s Envy Beyond VIP, which features all-inclusive drinks and complimentary curated bites from chef Anthony Lamas of Louisville’s famed Seviche restaurant.
Visit BourbonAndBeyond.com for details on VIP passes.
Bourbon & Beyond is also partnering with Fuse to provide exclusive pass and hotel bundles. In addition, fans who are interested in celebrating back-to-back weekends in Louisville with both Bourbon & Beyond and Louder Than Life can purchase an Exacta Pass for less than $60 per festival day (Exacta Pass starts at $459.99 plus fees).
Looking to map out your summer plans? Your kick off for destination dreams starts in Owensboro (KY), with a BBQ and Bourbon immersed weekend experience you’re not going to want to miss! May 12 – 13 (Friday and Saturday), the riverfront city (~1hr 40 min west of Louisville) is hosting “BBQ & BARRELS”, a celebration […]
Looking to map out your summer plans? Your kick off for destination dreams starts in Owensboro (KY), with a BBQ and Bourbon immersed weekend experience you’re not going to want to miss!
May 12 – 13 (Friday and Saturday), the riverfront city (~1hr 40 min west of Louisville) is hosting “BBQ & BARRELS”, a celebration and homage to the city’s sacred bedrock of “Western Kentucky BBQ” and Bourbon authenticity of which go back countless generations.
While the name of this event is new, the foundation certainly is not as it continues upon the storied tradition of Owensboro’s globally renowned Int’ Bar-B-Q Festival which goes back nearly 45 years. The storied tradition of Owensboro’s iconic BBQ legacy dates back centuries ago, to the early 1800’s. It is the epicenter of “Western KY BBQ“. You may have heard of “burgoo” or “mutton”, perhaps even tried it, but you haven’t really experienced it unless you’ve done it in Owensboro proper!
And with its strategic river positioning and abundantly fertile grain supply, Owensboro was a titan of the Whiskey Industry, with 20+ large scale distilleries prior to Prohibition.
Taking place at Green River Distillery. A special evening of bourbon paired dinner courses and cocktails, at one of the oldest registered distilleries in the US (DSP 10), est 1885. Tickets are $115 p/person. For tickets, CLICK HERE.
Taking place inside the Owensboro Convention Center, a beautiful riverfront view venue. Specialty tastings and the best of the best from over 25 different brand stations. Specialty BBQ food pairings. Commemorative “BBQ & Barrels” glencairn glass. Full access to the following Main Tasting event. 3 – 4pm CT. $90 p/person. For tickets, CLICK HERE.
Inside the Owensboro Convention Center, directly following VIP Tasting. There will be 30+ Brand Tasting Stations! A collection of large and boutique distilleries and brands. $50 p/person. This is an incredible value. For tickets, CLICK HERE.
PARTICIPATING DISTILLERIES & BRANDS (More To Come):
18th Street Distillery
4Leaf Whiskey
Barrel House Distillery
Bardstown Bourbon Company
Bluegrass Distillery
Castle & Key
Four Roses
French Lick Distillery
Green River Distillery
Hard Truth Distillery
Heaven Hill
Hotel Tango Distillery
Hemingway Whiskey
Indiana Whiskey
Jefferson’s
Jeptha Creed
Kentucky 10 Bourbon
Maker’s Mark
Old Steelhouse
Old Tarr (RD1)
Pinhook
Three Boys Distillery
Town Branch (Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co)
Watershed Distillery
Western KY Distillery
COMING SOON – EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS: Tickets will soon go on sale for your choice of 3 different bourbon themed educational/entertainment sessions taking place at the Convention Center, 2 – 3pm CT. $25 each session.
OUTDOOR BBQ FESTIVITIES: Happening simultaneously (outdoors) on the city’s riverfront that weekend (Fri and Sat) is the BBQ Cookoff Competition with pitmasters and long standing traditions of BBQ teams celebrating Owensboro’s famed legacy. The outdoor activities are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Family friendly.
If you’re looking to kick off your summer in sensory dazzling fashion, this is your ticket!
With spring approaching, there’s plenty to toast and to taste this March at The Whisky Exchange. There will be more than 150 Cognacs, Armagnacs and Calvados to try at our Cognac Show, as well as…
With spring approaching, there’s plenty to toast and to taste this March at The Whisky Exchange. There will be more than 150 Cognacs, Armagnacs and Calvados to try at our Cognac Show, as well as smaller, more informal barrel-top tastings, showcasing some of our favourite spirits. Read on to find out more…
Cask Type Barrel Top
2 March 2023, The Whisky Exchange London Bridge, SE1 1LL
For the whisky lovers among us, we have an informal Cask Type Barrel Top tasting at our London Bridge store on 2 March 2023. From fruity sherry-cask whiskies, creamy bourbon-cask drams and plenty of wild experiments, this is your chance to explore the wide world of whisky.
Back for another year at Glaziers Hall, Cognac Show brings more than 150 Cognacs, Armagnacs and Calvados to London’s Southbank. A chance to meet the passionate people behind not only familiar favourites in the business but also the boutique producers that make this region and spirit so special.
We have a host of masterclasses at the show including a deep dive into the evolving style of Martell featuring bottles from the private collection of Sukhinder Singh, The Whisky Exchange’s co-founder, as well as cocktails from Bar Luciole, the leading bar in Cognac.
To round the month of March out we return to Glaziers Hall for our London Libations Barrel Top tasting bringing together some of the best drinks brands in London for a real taste of the city from classic London Dry gin to novel takes on whisky.
A special evening in Bourbon Country awaits you! Join Log Still Distillery founder Wally Dant & Executive Chef David Danielson for a Bourbon & dinner pairing. Learn about Wally’s deeply rooted family Bourbon history. And discover the intricacies of your savory dishes from the delightfully entertaining Executive Chef David Danielson. That’s not all! Get ready […]
A special evening in Bourbon Country awaits you! Join Log Still Distillery founder Wally Dant & Executive Chef David Danielson for a Bourbon & dinner pairing. Learn about Wally’s deeply rooted family Bourbon history. And discover the intricacies of your savory dishes from the delightfully entertaining Executive Chef David Danielson.
That’s not all! Get ready to brag to your friends – Wally will be pulling out some rare and barely seen in the wild Bourbon from their vault.
Take a train ride from the Kentucky Railway Museum to Dant Crossing. The team at Dant Crossing will shuttle you from the train platform to The Legacy for dinner and tasting with Wally Dant. After dinner, a shuttle will take you back to Dant Crossing’s train platform. The train will then return back to Kentucky Railroad Museum to retrieve your car.
If riding the train, arrive at The Kentucky Railway Museum for boarding between 4:45 – 5:15pm
Alcohol is not included in the purchase price. However, a full bar will be open.
You do not have to be riding the train to purchase a dinner.
Pikeville, KY native Country Music Legend Dwight Yoakam will play at Log Still Distillery’s “The Amp” outdoor amphitheater on July 14th, 2023. Tickets are live now! His 2022 concert at The Amp sold out, just fyi, nudge nudge:) TICKET LINK ABOUT THE VENUE An intimate, first class amphitheater smack dab in the middle of God’s […]
Pikeville, KY native Country Music Legend Dwight Yoakam will play at Log Still Distillery’s “The Amp” outdoor amphitheater on July 14th, 2023. Tickets are live now! His 2022 concert at The Amp sold out, just fyi, nudge nudge:)
An intimate, first class amphitheater smack dab in the middle of God’s country. We mean that literally in the sense as it’s just down the road from the Trappist monk monastery community Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani.
The amphitheater sits on the gorgeous 300+ acre campus of the dream turned reality Log Still Distillery in New Haven, KY, just outside Bardstown and founded by family members J.W. “Wally” Dant III, Lynne Dant, and Charles Dant (all cousins of the Bourbon Royalty “Dant” tree).
LODGING AT LOG STILL DISTILLERY
Lodging is available on-site. Check out these charming meets elegant cottages you can rent, sitting abreast to a 12 acre pond.
