About this experience
Come discover why Mint Julep Experiences is the leading expert on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail - with nearly 20 years of experience, over 1 million guests served, and more than 5,000 5-star reviews!
This immersive walking tour visits three iconic distilleries in NuLu, blending rich history, behind-the-scenes access, and curated tastings at every stop. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll sample signature pours and unique expressions while learning how mash bills and barrel aging influence flavor. Between stops, the guide shares Prohibition-era lore, architectural highlights, and modern bourbon culture that shaped Louisville. Suitable for both bourbon enthusiasts and curious newcomers, the relaxed, walkable route finishes with local partner perks and insider recommendations.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Food, Making, and Bourbon: Building a Broader Louisville Tasting Day
Use bourbon as one thread in a day that also includes kitchens, craft, neighborhood context, and unhurried meals.
What is included
- Bourbon samplings at three distilleries
- Local Tour Leader
- Access to partner perks with MJE wristband
Not included
- Gratuity
- Transportation
- Parking
Itinerary and highlights
Angel’s Envy Distillery is a premier, full-production facility on the Bourbon Trail known for pioneering secondary finishing in port wine casks. The distillery is highly acclaimed for its modern yet deeply rooted approach.
Located in Louisville’s NuLu district, Rabbit Hole Distillery is a state-of-the-art facility that blends modern architecture with, innovative, small-batch bourbon production.
Whiskey Thief NuLu is a satellite tasting room for Franklin County’s Whiskey Thief Distilling Co where guests can sample and thieve directly from five different single-barrel bourbons and rye whiskies.
Meeting and pickup information
- Please meet at Louisville Slugger Field by the Pee Wee Reese Statue
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mint Julep Experiences - Louisville
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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