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James B. Beam Distilling Co., Clermont, KY

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James B. Beam Distilling Co.

568 Happy Hollow Rd · Clermont, KY

Why you should go…

The James B. Beam Distilling Co. sits in Clermont about 30 minutes south of Louisville, near where James B. Beam rebuilt the family distillery in 1933 and 1934 after Prohibition. The Beam Made Bourbon tour walks you through how the bourbon is made, from limestone-filtered water to charred oak barrels, and ends in a guided tasting for guests 21 and up. The American Outpost shop and The Kitchen Table restaurant are on the same campus.

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Good to know

General tours guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Confirm the meeting point

    It is often a corner, a lobby, or a dock rather than the address you searched for. Check it the night before.

  • Small groups fill first

    In high season the intimate departures sell out well before the big-bus options do.

  • Ask how much is on foot

    Knowing how much of the route is walking, standing, or outdoors tells you what to wear and carry.

  • Read the weather policy

    Cancellation windows and rain rules vary by operator, and they are easier to find before you pay than after.

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