Must stop to eat. Doesn't look like much and is hidden a bit, close to 3 distillery tours…read more Tons tons of bourbon, but good solid food, kitchen open to watch how they pump out some tasty food, had the bologna sandwich with a spicy stone ground mustard. Side wax one the best corn bread muffins I've had in while. Nice selection of local beers. Friendly and fast staff, kitchen was fast at pushing out some good meats and comfort food. Small inside dining, packed in, but still nice, outdoor patio with bags area, tuck away but worth the trip.

Charming place close to Castle and Key. Very busy, and it looks like there's always a wait. It…read morelooks like you could make reservations, though! This place is quite small, and just a warning only one bathroom. It's pretty congested by the bathroom door, and there isn't really anywhere good to wait. This could be difficult for someone with disabilities. Service was on the slow side, but very friendly. We tried the smashburger Kentucky style, and the smoked fried bologna. Both were good, and we would definitely return when in the area to try something else too. There's an outdoor area with some picnic tables, cornhole, and chalk for kids to write on the sidewalks.

Our tour guide was Niki. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour of Buffalo Trace Distillery. Niki's…read moreHungarian heritage and her world history studies really enhanced the tour because of her vast knowledge of the long history of the distillery. She was genuinely a kind person. That kindness, along with her vast knowledge of the history of Buffalo Trace, made it a wonderful and worthwhile afternoon.

"Whisky is liquid sunshine." - George Bernard Shaw…read more July 15, 2020 Buffalo Trace Distillery - My first time on the bourbon trail. Absolutely memorable. As a National land mark and the oldest continuously operating Distillery in America, Buffalo Trace Distillery has been making whisky for more than 200 years. It was an experience beyond my greatest expectations and an amazing place to begin my adventure on the bourbon trail in Kentucky.

With over a thousand different kinds of whisky (~700 being bourbon alone), this is a very good…read moreplace for an after work drink. Great atmosphere , first bourbon bar in the area so lots of history, and comparable prices. I had the sample flights from Aaron and Liv, both offered an excellent sampling (although I liked Aaron's better - sorry Liv). What even made it more comfortable was the lady knitting at the bar, just like being back at my American Legion Post. Loved it. I will be back!

I was surprised with my experience not only here but with the entire Main Street, what a great part…read moreof town! We arrived late traveling from out of town, and tried to go to a local brewery which had closed earlier. We ventured down the road a mile or two and came across a bustling part of town, and Against The Grain had to be the highlight of the area for bourbon bars. I was really impressed with the friendliness of the staff and the other folks at the bar. Good stop really happy we stopped in. A+

We stopped here as part of the craft trail and had such a nice time :) I liked the traditional and…read morerustic feel of the place. Our tour guide, Lindsay, was so fun to talk to. We were the only ones, so it was easy to talk and ask questions. We tried 4 of the spirits/ bourbons and were impressed with the quality and flavor variations. This spot is a little out of the way, but well worth a few extra minutes on the road.

Great info provided and fantastic bourbons. We learned more about the actual distrilling process…read morehere than a combination of the others we have visited. Highly recommend a visit and a taste of the white whiskey and the maple barrel finished bourbon. We left with 4 bottles..hope that was enough

I've done many tours at wineries and distilleries. The Woodford Reserve "Path to Flavor" is one of…read morethe best! Before the tour starts, use the restroom and grab some water or a "neat" sample while you wait....the welcome center is just that, "welcoming!" If you park at the Welcome Center, you'll need to walk back across the street or take the black shuttle. The tour... The grounds include some very old, well-seasoned buildings, and our tour guide gave us all the details. She was personable and knowledgeable, though it was hard to hear her at times, it's worth grabbing a spot up front if you can. What's really cool is that you get to view a working distillery in progress! This isn't some museum, it's the real facility. The "Path to Flavor" is well worth the price, particularly with the informed tasting at the end. If you ever make it on the Bourbon Trail, try this place.

Took the full immersion tour and tasting on a Friday at 11:45. Had Jeremy as our guide. A small…read moregroup we were able to tour the distillery, the barrel house, and even look into the bottling area. The tasting was also very good. Our guide was great, conversational, and you could tell he was invested in us getting to know the process. Also was able to get a bottle signed by the head distiller Elizabeth McCall

Again, what a marvelous place to enjoy your bourbon drink in a very relaxed environment. 2024 was…read morethe last time we were here and it felt just as welcoming then as it did now in 2026. The wealth of knowledge with both Austin, our Bartender and Dave, Owner, is amazing. Thanks to them, we walked out of there quite happy with our tastings. With the huge selection of Bourbon, right in front of us, we were able to ask questions about any bottle we spotted on the shelf. We gained a lot more information about Bourbon. THANK YOU Austin & Dave !!! Yes, we will stop here EVERY TIME we travel to Frankfort, KY. Hoping it won't be another 2 yrs.

We pulled up to Benson Valley only to find it closed, so we decided to give HOC a try instead --…read morebest detour ever! This place was absolutely amazing! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was warm and welcoming. The staff provided great whiskey conversation and shared so much interesting history about the community and the distillery. It really made the tasting feel personal and special. We had the opportunity to sample an incredible lineup: * Weller 12 * Rip Van Winkle 10yr * Castle & Key Rye * Peerless Double Oak * Benson Valley Bourbon Every pour was smooth, flavorful, and clearly high quality. The pours were generous and the explanations for each one added so much depth. If you're into whiskey (or just good conversation and local history), HOC is a must-stop. We left smiling and already planning our next visit. Highly recommend! Thanks again to the team at HOC -- you turned a closed door into one of the highlights of our road trip!

I don't think I have ever had a bad experience here - I love to come in here after a long day of…read moreshopping for bourbon (just to drink more bourbon), or stop in here for a drink after work. If you ever get a chance to check out some of the events that happen here, I highly recommend it - They are always so much fun! I like that they are intimate and never feel too crowded to have a good time. The bartenders are always fun and engaging, and I never feel like the people are too much. This is a great place to try different bourbons before you go out in the store and buy them!

Located at the back of party source, this is such a hidden gem of a cocktail bar. We stopped by for…read morea drink before a show and it was maybe the highlight of the night. They were running a specialty jimmy buffet themed menu and all of the drinks were so different and creative. Also, watching the bartenders craft each cocktail was a show in and of itself

New Riff's whiskeys are outstanding, probably my favorite American whiskey along with Maker's Mark,…read more1792, and Knob Creek... but New Riff is tops for me. The charring they do to their barrels brings forward such an amazing vanilla note that runs through all their whiskeys... it just hits my palate the right way. Whether it's their straight bourbon, single barrels, single malt, or specialty releases, pretty much everything I've had from New Riff is excellent. The distillery itself is a wonderful experience, their staff is always amazingly, friendly and fun to talk to and the third floor bar is a blast. Looking forward to many many more bottles from New Riff.

Stopped in to have a drink at The Aquifer during a roadtrip and this place is massive! We were just…read morestopping by so we didn't take a tour or explore the building but The Aquifer has a massive bar with a massive selection and the service (as well as the drinks) was phenomenal!

Great spot! Everything is new and fresh, comfortable seats and barstools, nice TVS throughout,…read moregood sound system, friendly service and locals. Very cool!

I went to see Brian Glover play live music, since have heard him at open mics. The bar service was…read moregood, got 2 beers and 2 waters. A Mexican food truck was outside, which they had wings as well. I got tamales and took inside. The atmosphere is nice and laid back being a lounge. The chairs were def more comfortable than in a bar. A little drive from Lex, worth it though!

It amazed me how much the vibe of this place changed during the time I was there. Around 8 it was…read morechill, romantic, and although the tables were filled, not very loud. By 10 or so, they were packed, happening, and high energy! The sound levels was pretty loud but you could still have a conversation no problem. The staff were very efficient and had great recommendations if you don't know what you want or want to swap out a liquor in a drink. Had a great conversation about Studio Ghibli and the graphic novel Uzumaki, if that tells you anything about the staff vibe Purple Rain - great balance of lavender to citrus. I tried this on a whim and absolutely loved it! Mr. Blue Sky - this also had a nice balance of tartness and sweetness. Not too much on either side and made with real blueberries I hear. This Mainer approves!

Good drinks and good service. Set up a little awkward to where we didn't know if someone would come…read moreto our table for drink orders or not (which they didn't.) and we weren't sure if we were okay to seat ourselves because no one said anything to us. Vibe was pretty dark and moody. I'd go for my cucumber cocktail again (east side I think??) but wouldn't go out of my way because the vibe and setup wasn't my fav.