Buffalo Trace Distillery

Tour a working bourbon distillery on the Kentucky River and finish each guided tour with a tasting.

113 Great Buffalo Trace · Frankfort, KY

About Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace sits on the Kentucky River at a site where records show distilling began in 1775, and the property is a National Historic Landmark. The Trace Tour introduces the history and science of bourbon, the Hard Hat Tour follows the full production process, and the Old Taylor Tour covers the legacy of E.H. Taylor Jr. Each tour ends with a tasting. You can also walk in to explore the campus and gift shop, though reservations are recommended for tours.

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