Bourbon is a quintessential part of the Bluegrass State; it isn’t just a Kentucky icon, it’s an inextricable, fundamental, celebrated part of its culture and identity. Kentucky is world-famous for its bourbon, producing nearly 95% of the world’s supply of this spicy, sultry spirit. There are more than 70 distilleries across the Bluegrass, and over 40 on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail alone. Many are open for tours and tastings, but Buffalo Trace Distillery offers five different tours of its historic grounds… for free!
Buffalo Trace Distillery isn’t just one of the most historic distilleries in Kentucky, it’s also one of the most beautiful.
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The Frankfort distillery sprawls over 130 acres that’s flush with gorgeous gardens, towering trees, and expansive green spaces.
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The 200-year-old distillery includes approximately 100 acres of woods, a farmhouse with barns, and two ponds, in fact.
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And then, of course, there are the warehouses themselves. These big, beautiful barrel warehouses are where the magic happens, and on a free distillery tour, you can enjoy a peek behind the curtain of one of the most legendary distilleries in Kentucky.
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Buffalo Trace has five different distillery tours, each offering a different experience of the bourbon-making magic.
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The Trace Tour is best for beginners, providing an incredible introduction to the history and science of bourbon at Buffalo Trace Distillery.
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Even better? All distillery tours are free; you’ll simply need to reserve a spot via the website.
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There are numerous reasons for why Kentucky is world-famous for bourbon: soil, water quality, geography, and climate. But the final, and most important, part of the Bluegrass bourbon equation is Kentuckians themselves.
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Kentucky was first settled by immigrants from Ireland and Scotland, who brought the whiskey-distilling methods of the Old Country. This spirited tradition was handed down from generation to generation, laying the groundwork for the bourbon bounty that would later bloom in the Bluegrass. And for over 200 years, Buffalo Trace Distillery has been a proud part of this legacy.
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Come and tour this historic Kentucky distillery, and become part of the ongoing narrative. Talk about an experience for your Bluegrass bourbon bucket list!
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Have you visited Buffalo Trace Distillery before? Did you know you could tour this legendary distillery in Kentucky for free? To learn more and book your distillery tour, visit the Buffalo Trace Distillery website.
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(Fido’s welcome to come along, too!)
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Address: Buffalo Trace Distillery, 113 Great Buffalo Trce, Frankfort, KY 40601, USA
