Cozy up with a cocktail in the “Bourbon Capital of the World” this Winter! Nowhere on earth will you find more barrels of Bourbon aging than in Bardstown, Kentucky. Feel the warmth of our spirits on this self-guided tour. Stop by each place and enjoy a seasonal cocktail as it takes you through the…
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Do you dream of spending Christmas in a Hallmark Movie town? You know – one where in the downtown square bells ring and carolers sing; where the shop windows are filled with all manner of seasonal delights – from gingerbread cookies to painted nutcracker dolls; and where, by the time the credits…
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When Bardstown was voted “America’s Most Beautiful Small Town” by Rand McNally/USA Today “Best of the Road” competition, the charm and beauty that residents and visitors to Bardstown have known for the last 243 years was discovered by the rest of the country. The Bourbon Capital of the World has it…
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Give winter chills the cold shoulder. Head to Bardstown, Kentucky to add some sizzle to the season with options like bourbon tastings, one-of-a-kind accommodations, crackling fireplaces, steamy local cuisine, and the heart-warming thrill of being in bourbon’s most beautiful hometown. Here are just a…
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As the nights draw in and the air turns cool, do you ever reach for a bottle of bourbon to warm your blood? If you do, there’s a good chance your medicinal liquor came from Bardstown — Bourbon Capital of the World. But Bardstown in Nelson County is more than just the home of bourbon. In the fall…
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Kentucky is known all across the globe for being the true birthplace of Bourbon. Distillers in the state craft more than 95 percent of the world's supply—accounting for an $8.5 billion annual economic footprint—and the worldwide demand for the sweet brown nectar continues to skyrocket. In fact…
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As the second-oldest town in Kentucky, Bardstown has a storied history for every city block. As you walk the grounds of centuries-old plantation homes, view relics from the Civil War, or stroll through a 300-year-old cemetery in the heart of downtown, the rich legacy of this beautiful Kentucky town…
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More than 95 percent of the world’s supply of Bourbon is produced in Kentucky. So no matter where you go, there are plenty of places to find, purchase, sip, and explore the very best of America's native spirit. Of course, with so much culture anchored by the spirits industry in the Bluegrass state…
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Millions of people travel to see American Civil War sites every year. Some of the most popular landmarks visited annually include big-name battlefields like Manassas in Virginia and Gettysburg. But it’s important to remember that there can be a lot more to Civil War road tripping than just seeing…
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Sure, Bardstown and Bourbon are basically synonyms, and everyone knows it's a beautiful little town, but did you know that Bardstown, Kentucky, also has an awesome art scene? From community theatres to art fairs and festivals, Bardstown's creative vibe is at the very heart and soul of this small…
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