National Bourbon Week is returning to Bardstown, Kentucky, June 10-15, 2025, for its highly anticipated second year. Details on exact events and experiences will be announced soon, but bourbon enthusiasts of all stripes can look forward to another unforgettable celebration of America’s native spirit in the heart of the Bourbon Capital of the World™. Presented …
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has added more than a dozen new experiences to its Kentucky Bourbon Trail tour. The trail has reached 60 destinations, expanding opportunities for visitors worldwide to explore Kentucky Bourbon and benefiting local communities throughout the state. Since its launch in 1999, the Bourbon Trail has grown from humble beginnings in tandem …
Laws Whiskey House proudly unveils its highly-anticipated, state-of-the-art tasting room, opening December 21st. The 4,000 square foot, two-story Whiskey Sanctuary boasts a striking whiskey church, tasting rooms, full bar, and stunning cocktail lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, sweeping mountain views, and an expertly crafted cocktail program. “Just as Laws adds to the fabric of American whiskey, …
By Richard Thomas When it comes to good drink and fine food, living in Kentucky offers a bounty so good that it often surprises those not acquainted with the Commonwealth. The presence of the bourbon industry obviously covers the first part of that pairing, but also serves as the wellspring for the latter. Whiskey and …
By Richard Thomas Among bourbon nerds, Jeptha Creed Distillery is best known as the craft-scale farm distillery that was an early revivalist of the Bloody Butcher strain of corn. The distillery is built around the Nethery family’s farm properties in Shelbyville, and since part of the problem with using exotic grain varietals is persuading a …
Heaven Hill Brands today announced the rebranding of the Elijah Craig Speakeasy at the KFC Yum! Center located on the Club Level of the facility as a continuation of its long-standing relationship with the Louisville Arena Sports and Entertainment Properties (LASEP). The space previously housed the Evan Williams Bourbon Bar, in place since the Yum! …
By Kurt Maitland The Rosewood Hotel Group has some of the most luxurious hotels in the world in its portfolio. Andy Loudon has only recently become the new Director of Bars at the Rosewood London and as a fan of the Scarfes Bar (for you Pink Floyd fans, this bar is named after and adorned …
Saturday, October 5 will see the return of Jeptha Creed’s Fall Harvest Festival at the distillery’s property, located in Shelbyville, Kentucky immediately off of I-64 between Louisville and Frankfort. This year’s festival will feature a live performance from local country music sensation, J.D. Shelburne, on the scenic Jeptha Creed Distillery lawn. In addition to music, …
The Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inducted five Bourbon legends this week into its ranks, including the first Black chemist at Brown-Forman, a veteran visitor center manager who elevated Bourbon tourism and three distinctive distillery founders, including one who began his career as a retailer and was honored for a lifetime of achievements. The exclusive …
Michigan is home to an impressive selection of whiskey bars, each offering its own unique ambiance and drink selections. From rustic lounges filled with history to modern settings with innovative whiskey selections, these venues reflect the state’s deep appreciation for quality spirits. The Oakland The Oakland, located in Ferndale, is known for its dimly lit, …
