Louisville: 3-hour Walking Bourbon Tour with 10 Paired Dishes

Uncover the secrets of Kentucky bourbon! Go beyond the barrel to dive into bourbon’s storied history – and learn all the stories they won’t tell you on a Kentucky Bourbon Trail distillery tour.

Visit award-winning restaurants, secret speakeasies, scenic rooftop bars, and intimate tasting rooms in NuLu. Trace the origins of bourbon whiskey from its roots in the Appalachian foothills to today’s thriving bourbon scene, gaining a profound understanding of its cultural importance in Louisville, Kentucky and beyond.

Unlock bourbon’s surprising versatility and depth of flavor through paired bites, pours, and cocktails, and land a few coveted tables at some of the most hard-to-book restaurants in town, including Nami by local celebrity Chef Edward Lee.

Perfect for both bourbon newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts, this guided walking tour offers an experience that you won’t find at any bourbon distillery. Reserve your spot early to experience the world’s only walking food & bourbon tour!

Explore Louisville’s trendiest neighborhood by night, venturing into hidden speakeasies, renowned restaurants, and rooftop cocktail bars. Taste bourbon and sip bourbon cocktails meticulously paired with surprising bites that will explore bourbon’s versatility and nuance.

Begin the tour at a local bottle shop for a guided bourbon tasting and cheese plate. You’ll also have the opportunity to shop for rare and premium bottles.

Discover a secret speakeasy and the story of its rebellious bootlegger namesake. Hear a few highlights from Louisville’s Prohibition past over cocktails – including a modern take on the classic Old Fashioned – & a selection of small bites.

Snag a coveted table at the award-winning restaurant from Louisville’s celebrity Chef Edward Lee and enjoy a unique take on a Manhattan-style cocktail and pairing featuring a local bourbon-barrel aged soy sauce and spice blend.

Your tour will end at a rooftop view overlooking the downtown skyline at sunset. Savor a creative take on a Mint Julep cocktail alongside a decadent dessert that transforms a classic bourbon cocktail into a rich, indulgent treat.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour is 21+ and infants are NOT allowed per Kentucky law.
• Mocktail options available for non-drinkers, please message us to let us know.
• Please note that the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
• Suitable for all fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers roughly 1 mile of walking.
• Tours run in rain, shine, or snow unless weather becomes severe or constitutes a dangerous situation.
• This tour can accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options. Please notify us in advance at least 24h before the tour start time if you have any dietary restrictions.

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  Premium Bourbon Pour: Elevate your experience with 3 meticulously curated, top-shelf bourbon pours that can’t be found elsewhere.
  Bourbon Gift: You’ll also receive a custom rocks glass, sleek slate coaster, and a set of engraved whiskey stones.
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  Bourbon & Food Pairing Tour: Enjoy 3 bourbon cocktails and 2 tastings showcasing bourbon’s versatility, along with 8-10 delicious paired bites.

• The unfiltered history of bourbon in Kentucky that they don’t tell you on bourbon distillery tours
• Opportunity to purchase rare, premium, and hard-to-find bourbon at a local bottle shop
• Small group for a more personalized experience
• Delicious & surprising paired bites designed to unlock bourbon’s depth, comprising a full dinner
• Bourbon tasting and craft cocktails that showcase bourbon’s versatility
• Upgrade available to add 3 rare and premium bourbon tastings to your tour, plus a take-home gift

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• Distillery visit

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• This Tour is Provided by Louisville Food Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 65 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 12 Travelers is accepted for booking.