Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries: A Comprehensive Guide and Interactive Map

Kentucky, the birthplace of bourbon, is home to a multitude of distilleries, each with its unique history, flavors, and experiences. This article provides an in-depth look at these distilleries and an interactive map to help you plan your next bourbon trail adventure.

The Bourbon Legacy of Kentucky

Kentucky's rich limestone-filtered water and favorable climate have made it the ideal location for bourbon production. The state's distilleries have been perfecting the art of bourbon-making for centuries, resulting in a diverse range of flavors and styles that cater to every palate.

Exploring Kentucky's Bourbon Distilleries

Kentucky's bourbon distilleries are spread across the state, each offering unique tours and tastings. Some distilleries allow visitors and offer full tours, while others only have gift shops and tasting rooms. Here are two main categories of distilleries you might encounter:

1> Signature Distilleries (Complete List With Address and Timezone)

Angel’s Envy
500 East Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202 (EST)

Bardstown Bourbon Company
1500 Parkway Drive
Bardstown, KY 40004 (EST)

Bulleit
3464 Benson Pike
Shelbyville, KY 40065 (EST)

Evan Williams
528 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202 (EST)

Four Roses Distillery
1224 Bonds Mill Road
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (EST)

Four Roses Warehouse & Bottling Facility
624 Lotus Road
Cox’s Creek, KY 40013 (EST)

Green River
10 Distillery Road
Owensboro, KY 42301 (CST)

Heaven Hill
1311 Gilkey Run Road
Bardstown, KY 40004 (EST)

James B. Beam
568 Happy Hollow Road
Clermont, KY 40110 (EST)

Lux Row
1 Lux Row
Bardstown, KY 40004 (EST)

Maker’s Mark
3350 Burks Spring Road
Loretto, KY 40037 (EST)

Michter’s
801 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202 (EST)

Old Forester
119 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202 (EST)

Rabbit Hole
711 East Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202 (EST)

Stitzel-Weller
3860 Fitzgerald Road
Louisville, KY 40216 (EST)

Town Branch
401 Cross Street
Lexington, KY 40508 (EST)

Wilderness Trail
4095 Lebanon Road
Danville, KY 40422 (EST)

Wild Turkey
1417 Versailles Road
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (EST)

Woodford Reserve
7785 McCracken Pike
Versailles, KY 40383 (EST)

2> Craft Distilleries (Complete List With Address and Timezone)

a) Northern Region

New Riff
24 Distillery Way
Newport, KY 41073 (EST)

Second Sight
301 Elm Street
Ludlow, KY 41016 (EST)

Old Pogue
705 Germantown Road
Maysville, KY 41056 (EST)

Boone County
10601 Toebben Drive
Independence, KY 41051 (EST)

Neeley Family
4360 KY-1130
Sparta, KY 41086 (EST)

b) Central Region

Kentucky Artisan
6230 Old LaGrange Road
Crestwood, KY 40014 (EST)

Kentucky Peerless
120 North 10th Street
Louisville, KY 40202 (EST)

COPPER & KINGS
1121 East Washington Street
Louisville, KY 40206 (EST)

Jeptha Creed
500 Gordon Lane
Shelbyville, KY 40065 (EST)

Willett
1869 Loretto Road
Bardstown, KY 40004 (EST)

Preservation
426 Sutherland Road
Bardstown, KY 40004 (EST)

LOG STILL
225 Dee Head Road
Gethsemane, KY 40051 (EST)

LIMESTONE BRANCH
1280 Veterans Memorial HWY
Lebanon, KY 40033 (EST)

c) Western Region

Boundary Oak
2000 Boundary Oak Drive
Radcliff, KY 40160 (EST)

THE BARD DISTILLERY
5080 KY 175 South
Graham, KY 42344 (CST)

Casey Jones
2815 Witty Lane
Hopkinsville, KY 42240 (CST)

MB Roland
6534 Pembroke-Oak Grove Rd
Pembroke, KY 42266 (CST)

Dueling Grounds Distillery
208 Harding Road
Franklin, KY 42134 (CST)

WHISKEY THIEF DISTILLING CO.
283 Crab Orchard Road
Frankfort, KY 40601 (EST)

d) Bluegrass Region

WHISKEY THIEF DISTILLING CO.
283 Crab Orchard Road
Frankfort, KY 40601 (EST)

CASTLE & KEY
4445 McCracken Pike
Frankfort, KY 40601 (EST)

Barrel House Distilling Co.
1200 Manchester Street
Lexington, KY 40504 (EST)

James E. Pepper
1228 Manchester Street
Lexington, KY 40504 (EST)

Bluegrass Distillers
501 W 6th Street #165
Lexington, KY 40508 (EST)

Hartfield & Co.
320 Pleasant Street
Paris, KY 40361 (EST)

Map of Kentucky's Bourbon Distilleries

Our map allows you to explore each distillery in detail. You can zoom in and out, click on each distillery to learn more about it, and even open a clickable list of all distilleries grouped by category¹. This map is a handy tool for planning your visit to the bourbon country.

Conclusion

Whether you're a bourbon connoisseur or a casual enthusiast, Kentucky's bourbon distilleries offer an unforgettable experience. With our comprehensive guide and interactive map, you're well-equipped to embark on your bourbon trail journey.

Remember to always drink responsibly and enjoy the rich heritage and flavors of Kentucky bourbon.

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