LOUISVILLE DISTILLERY FIELD GUIDE
Bourbon Country, Up Close: A Three-Day Louisville Ritual of Tastings, Horses, and Wood Smoke
A fully guided, three-day Mint Julep Experiences tour that delivers distillery visits, tastings, curated meals, luxury transportation and two nights’ lodging in Louisville.
Bourbon Country, Up Close: A Three-Day Louisville Ritual of Tastings, Horses, and Wood Smoke.
Sip, savor, and explore Louisville’s bourbon scene over three unforgettable days—distillery tours, gourmet dinners, horse farms, and vibrant city walks. Dive into Kentucky’s rich flavors and culture in every moment.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Iconic Distilleries and Guided Tastings
The itinerary is built around distillery visits and tastings at noted producers—Woodford Reserve, Bardstown Bourbon Co., Heaven Hill, Maker’s Mark and Whiskey Thief—each stop offering a window into Kentucky’s distilling traditions.
Progressive Dining and Curated Meals
Culinary programming includes the Bourbon City Supper Club—a multi-course progressive dinner that traces Louisville neighborhoods—plus scheduled lunches on day two and three, weaving local flavor into the tour flow.
Horse Farms and Kentucky Landscapes
The route pairs urban distillery culture with a visit to Kismet Horse Farm, giving a sense of the rural landscape and equine heritage that frames Bourbon Country.
What the day feels like
What the Trip Feels Like
You convene at Hotel Bourre Bonne for a meet-and-greet with your Mint Julep tour host, then settle into luxury transportation for a compact, fully guided three-day loop that balances distillery tours and tastings with curated meals, a horse‑farm visit, and two nights’ hotel accommodation in Louisville.
THE SPIRITS
Iconic Distilleries and Guided Tastings
The itinerary is built around distillery visits and tastings at noted producers—Woodford Reserve, Bardstown Bourbon Co., Heaven Hill, Maker’s Mark and Whiskey Thief—each stop offering a window into Kentucky’s distilling traditions.
THE TABLE
Progressive Dining and Curated Meals
Culinary programming includes the Bourbon City Supper Club—a multi-course progressive dinner that traces Louisville neighborhoods—plus scheduled lunches on day two and three, weaving local flavor into the tour flow.
THE LAND
Horse Farms and Kentucky Landscapes
The route pairs urban distillery culture with a visit to Kismet Horse Farm, giving a sense of the rural landscape and equine heritage that frames Bourbon Country.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and what to check before you book.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a fully guided three-day tour with two nights’ accommodation in Louisville.
Operator: Mint Julep Experiences – Louisville. The tour includes luxury transportation, an expert tour director, entrance fees for tours/tastings listed, dinner on day one, and lunches on days two and three; hotel accommodations are at Hotel Bourre Bonne for two nights.
Guests meet at Hotel Bourre Bonne for the initial check-in and meet-and-greet.
Check with the operator for recommended items to bring and any documentation or requirements; confirm any special needs with Mint Julep Experiences.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The tour runs three days.
Who operates this tour?
Mint Julep Experiences – Louisville operates the fully guided tour.
What is included in the package?
Included are luxury transportation, an expert tour director, entrance fees for listed tours and/or tastings, dinner on day one, lunches on days two and three, and two nights’ hotel accommodation at Hotel Bourre Bonne.
Where do attendees meet at the start of the tour?
The meet-and-greet begins at Hotel Bourre Bonne.
Which distilleries and sites are on the itinerary?
The itinerary includes Kismet Horse Farm, Woodford Reserve, Whiskey Thief Distilling, Bardstown Bourbon Co., Heaven Hill, and Maker's Mark, along with the Bourbon City Supper Club and hotel check-in/out.
How many nights of accommodation are included?
Two nights’ accommodation at Hotel Bourre Bonne in Louisville are included.