Check out the Buffalo Trace Distillery Tour. We just celebrated our 24th wedding anniversary and spent the day together. We started out our day by visiting and taking the Trace Tour.
Buffalo Trace Distillery Tour:
First of all, this is the most frugal bourbon tour you will take in the state of Kentucky because it is FREE! Yes, absolutely FREE. They have a variety of tours that you can take. We chose the Trace Tour, but they also have the Expansion Tour, Old Taylor Tour, Bourbon Barrel Tour and the Arboretum & Botanical Gardens Tour. You can learn more by visiting the website.
The Trace Tour is an incredible introduction to the history and science of bourbon at Buffalo Trace Distillery. You will walk amidst the path of rolling bourbon barrels. You will be captivated by the alluring smell and atmosphere of bourbon sleeping inside the aging warehouses and enjoy the angel's share. The tour guides can teach guests of all levels and will bring the story of Buffalo Trace to life.
The tours are 75 minutes, and all tours are complimentary and include a tasting of some of their award-winning products. We enjoyed 5 alcohol tastings, the most amazing root beer tasting (and I don't even like root beer and a bourbon ball. The tasting really helps you identify what product you want to try. I thought it was really nice that they did a root beer and bourbon ball (no worries the alcohol is removed in the candy making process) for the kids who were on our tour too.
This was a fantastic experience and if you live in Kentucky or are driving by, I highly recommend that you schedule a tour or at a minimum a tasting and visit the gift shop. I would deem this to be one of the top 10 things to do in KY.
BEST KENTUCKY TRAVEL:
Visit Natural Bridge - I may never get to see the 7 wonders of the world, but I did get to see the wonder of Kentucky! If you get the chance, you really need to Visit Natural Bridge located in Slade, Kentucky. We are a hiking family and we had never been to this area.
Road Trip to Rabbit Hash - Step Back in a moment in time! The town is notable for its name, its string of canine mayors, and its historic general store which was largely destroyed by fire in 2016.
Flat Lick Falls - There is nothing more beautiful in Kentucky than Flat Lick Falls. We went to visit this waterfall and had a great time. It is a hidden gem in Jackson County, Kentucky.
The Kentucky Castle - The Kentucky Castle is a unique destination that EVERYONE needs to put on their travel bucket list right here in Central Kentucky. It is not every day that you get the opportunity to stay in a castle.
Cumberland Falls - Cumberland Falls and is known as the Niagara of the South. It is one of the most impressive waterfalls in the South and is definitely one to see. It is located in Corbin, KY.
Red River Gorge Getaway - This is one of the best getaways in Kentucky!
Bernheim Forest Giants - Seriously amazing! Go before they are gone!
Melissa is a football and soccer mom who has been married to her best friend for 24 years. She loves sharing recipes, travel reviews and tips that focus on helping busy families make memories.
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