Keeneland’s Railbird Festival 2019
Have you heard about Keeneland’s Railbird Festival? This festival is centered around music, bourbon and equine and takes place August 10th and August 11th. 30 amazing artists will be featured in the lineup such as The Raconteurs, Hozier, Brandi Carlile, Kentucky...
Amazon Prime Day Deals for Bourbon Lovers
Wondering what the best Prime Day deals are? Well, as a bourbon/whisky lover, there are plenty of ways to indulge in this year’s deals. These Whisky accessories are sure to help you share a glass with friends, family or maybe even just yourself. See a few amazing...
The History and Legend of Four Roses
Have you ever wondered how the legendary Four Roses bourbon got its name? Well, wonder no more because we are here to give you an inside look at this beloved, historical bourbon. To begin, we take a trip back in time in 1884 when Paul Jones Jr., the founder of Four...
Bourbon and Beyond | A Louisville Treasure
Louisville’s growing music scene has been impressive over the last few years. From Forecastle to Louder Than Live, new acts are coming into town left and right! One special, yearly event caught our eye, though – the Bourbon and Beyond Music Festival. This festival...
The Difference Between Bourbon and Whiskey | Bourbon Barrel Tours
It’s the famous question every bartender gets whenever tourists come to Kentucky: What’s the difference between bourbon and whiskey? Many people give answers to this question, although some aren’t factual! So, what are the things that actually separate these two...
Planning Your Kentucky Trip | Preparing for Rain
You’ve heard the phrase, “April showers bring May Flowers” many times. However, in Kentucky it’s often that May can be just as rainy as April! When visiting Kentucky for a Bourbon Tour, the Kentucky Derby or even just a weekend getaway, use the following tips for...
Bourbon Barrel Tours | The Choice is Yours
Life is all about choices. Choice to eat what you want, wear what you want, and travel how you want. The Bourbon Barrel Tours of Kentucky understand that! That’s why we let you choose your own customized tour experience. Of course, we are the Kentucky tourist experts...
Woodford Reserve Distillery | Bourbon Barrel Tours
We all know one of Kentucky’s most historic distilleries by name, Woodford Reserve. This distillery has long threads of rich history that date all the way back to 1812. Their distilling method of using sour mash in the fermentation process is one of the many unique...
Quick History of Heaven Hill Distillery
Heaven Hill was established in 1935 by Bardstown, KY investors. The recent ending or prohibition meant people were seeking to produce and market bourbon and American whiskeys. During the 1990s, Heaven hill started acquiring gins, vodkas and liqueurs. It is now the 6th...