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    Woodford Reserve Distillery

    4.3 (626 reviews)
    Open • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Art B.

    Super classy distillery. Great tour from Bethany. The tasting was eye opening as the four pours were very different. Was able to get a bottle that I e never seen in PA. Beautiful facility and worth stopping.

    Liz P.

    This is a beautiful distillery but my least favorite tour of the three tours we've taken on this trip (Rabbit Hole and Stitzel-Weller were the others). There are two buildings and you check in at the one building, near a parking lot, but then get on a tour bus and they take you to the other building, which has the gift shop. It seemed a bit counterintuitive to start at the other building, then. Before this, I was super hungry, so we went to their bar area in the gift shop and ordered the charcuterie, which ended up just being like a metal box with some meats, cheeses, and other things, and a bag with a few pretzels in it. Disappointing especially for $33, although it kinda worked out because we only had a half-hour before the tour. I didn't know that Woodford Reserve has actually only been around since 1996 but the campus they purchased has buildings from 1890 and later - I would've loved to have heard more about that history even though it wasn't technically Woodford's. At the end of the tour, they return you to the gift shop and that's where you do the tasting - there is a private tasting room. I should probably note that we did the basic tour - it was $35 and my husband said you could get a similar tasting to the one we got, in the gift shop area, for $30, which made the tour only $5, which isn't bad. I did end up buying a pin, a magnet, and a sampler box of their bourbon treats (chocolates etc. - expensive, at $46 or so, but looks good) and my husband bought a few of their bottles. However, next time we are in Louisville we can probably skip this one, I'm thinking.

    Nilsu G.

    Upscale, fancy, and the most expensive feel compared to the other distilleries we visited on the bourbon trail (Buffalo Trace and Makers Mark.) We didn't get a tour here, since they were already sold out. Follow the advice of all online guides and don't buy the basic tour in every distillery as it will be very very similar. If there were availability, I'd have gotten a cocktail class/more advanced tour here. Even with the bar area, gift shop, and the super cozy seating area, it is worth a stop. Also nice grounds in the back that has shade. Don't expect any elaborate food and plan accordingly.

    Elaina M.

    We did not eat at the Reserve but we did take a tour and it was excellent. Our guide did an amazing job walking us through the process and the grounds were beautiful. There is so much history in the buildings and it is well kept. Our guide also did a nice job during our tasting. You could tell he was proud of the product. The tasting room was BEAUTIFUL and it held a lot of people. The gift store is also really pretty and you definitely could stop in just for that and get a drink or two at the bar and sit in by the fire and relax.

    Mj J.

    What an absolutely beautiful distillery! We came down for the KY Derby and wanted to stop by a few distilleries. Woodford is must stop on the trail. Great drinks, beautiful scenery and one of my favorites! We were able to have a personalized bottle of Woodford etched with our names.

    Brent W.

    Gorgeous property with a wonderful bourbon experience! I'll come back to do a tour, but for today, I just stopped in the check it out. The visitor center is super nice with a great selection of gift items. I'm not sure there were any "deals" like what you can get at Buffalo Trace, but I picked up some confectionery items and a bottle of their Wheat whiskey. I'm excited to come back and do the tour with some friends, because the property looks amazing.

    Laura L.

    Whether you are a bourbon fan, or not, touring Woodford Reserve is an experience we recommend. We took the distillery tour, exploring the historic buildings, learning first hand how they make their famous bourbon. Seeing and smelling the fermentation process was my favorite part (tasting the final product was the other favorite part for our group!). This is truly one of the most unique distillery tours we have done. The guides are knowledgeable, explaining the history and current process. A unique feature to see was the tracks that they roll the bourbon barrels around on throughout the property, using gravity so they only need a little nudge to get moving. After the tour we did a tasting. It's amazing how different each sample is from the other depending on the process. Learning the correct way to taste bourbon was also helpful... the more you know. If you find yourself on the bourbon trail, you should take the time to at least visit the grounds... your taste buds will thank you. Lentz_explore

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    Cheri R.

    My husband enjoyed a tasting at Woodford Reserve. I don't drink bourbon, but I did purchase two jars of bourbon cherries for drinks. My husband purchased the Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked.

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    Spectacle for Senses tasting was a total disappointment . Would recommend a different tour.

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    Weston P.

    Woodford Reserve Distillery offers a refined, elevated experience that feels thoughtfully crafted from start to finish. The higher price point may deter casual visitors, but for those who truly appreciate bourbon, it's well worth it. The tour is outstanding, and the staff's depth of knowledge across every aspect of the operation really stands out. If you're a bourbon enthusiast, this is an absolute must-do.

    Stephanie K.

    I have a confession... I don't love bourbon. Like it, yes, but I came here to celebrate someone's birthday so I wasn't expecting to really enjoy myself. We had a fantastic tour guide, Jeremy, that felt like a friend as he really connected to all the tour guests. The tour wasn't that long and I would have liked to see more but he was so informative! Sure, give me a history lesson but when he explained why barns in Kentucky aren't red, that was neat. During the tasting I was amazed at being able to smell the differences! I also very much appreciated the (very small) tasting to pair with the bourbon samples. Back at the visitor center/gift shop/bar I bought a drink and didn't realize it came in a souvenir cup, so that was a nice surprise. I even enjoyed it enough to buy a bottle to take home with me!

    Double Oaked
    J David H.

    I've visited Woodford Distillery a few times over the years. However, it's not easy to get a tour day of in season Spring and Summer. The drive is beautiful into their grounds. My visits have been limited to their awesome gift shop. Everything you can think of branded Woodford. Plus all the booze too! Everything I saw could be purchased off the shelves. So I did not purchase. I look forward to getting a tour and tasting in the future. Would recommend this quality distiller of fine bourbon.

    Melanie B.

    After visiting another distillery in the area, we stopped in here. It's a really pretty area and the building that has all the merchandise was really nice. It was big and open and designed well. We walked through the shop and my husband found some bourbon he was interested in, along with a few other things! Our wallets were definitely a little lighter when we left!

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    House Of Commons - My flight

    House Of Commons

    4.9(35 reviews)
    6.9 mi

    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!

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    House Of Commons - Our flights one evening contained these lovelies.

    Our flights one evening contained these lovelies.

    House Of Commons - Some of the selection

    Some of the selection

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    The Stave - Bison short ribs

    The Stave

    4.1(543 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    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.

    When you're traveling the Bourbon Trail in this area, finding a place to eat between distillery…read moretours can be surprisingly difficult. Luckily, we came across this restaurant and were able to make a reservation for lunch between our tours. I definitely recommend making a reservation in advance, as dining area is limited. The service was quick. We ordered a burger and a chicken sandwich. My spouse was happy with the burger, but unfortunately, my chicken sandwich was a bit too toasted. My first bite was mostly fried breading, and the chicken itself was quite thin and didn't feel as substantial as it should have been. That said, this isn't necessarily a five-star dining destination, but it was a convenient option when we needed somewhere to grab lunch between distillery visits. I would recommend it primarily for the convenience, especially if you're spending the day touring the Bourbon Trail.

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    The Stave - Kitchen staff, fast and good food

    Kitchen staff, fast and good food

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    Fried bologna sandwich

    The Stave - Burnt Orange Old Fashioned (left)  Cider & Oak (right)

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    Burnt Orange Old Fashioned (left) Cider & Oak (right)

    Honeysuckle - Filet Mignon--an 8 oz center cut with romesco polenta and grilled zucchini.

    Honeysuckle

    4.8(41 reviews)
    47.0 mi

    My wife had visited with friends and said we had to come and try it for ourselves. It was great!…read more We had the Truffle fries for an app and they're awesome! Thick fresh cut fries with amazing homemade ranch dressing. I had the burger and it's the best burger in Madison County hands down. The brioche bun is buttery soft but the meat itself was flavorful and fresh and that's what makes this the best burger in the county! My wife had the airline chicken breast with succotash and mashed sweet potatoes. This was very good but the kitchen was heavy handed with the gastric and that downtown the dish off a bit. The mash and succotash and chicken were all great and flavorful. Next time I'd ask for a gastric drizzle! Service was fantastic and Honeysuckle has made it onto our restaurant rotation list. Well done Honeysuckle crew!!!

    This is such a heartbreaker. We frequented this restaurant so often when they first opened and it…read morewas a rising star. Sadly, our last 3 visits have gone from bad to worse. We will never waste our money here again. Service was awful, appetizer burned, both duck and steak were overcooked. My meal was supposed to come with asparagus that was no where to found. When I inquired about the side, I was told that the asparagus was ground up in the half dollar size polenta cake. SERIOUSLY?? Duck portion was less than 4 ounces (mostly fat). . $45 for a tiny filet. These folks are trying to play at being a real restaurant when all they're really doing is robbing people blind with sub par food and service. One person covering 5 (yes, 5 WHOLE tables). Even on an incredibly slow night service was awful. I don't know about anybody else out there, but I don't have $200 to throw away on BS restaurants. Especially disappointing on your anniversary. Let we not forget the wines, no brands listed, that tasted like watered down crap. The only reason their Facebook says 100% recommended is because they delete any reviews that say otherwise, Trust me and skip this one. Go to Carsons, Corto Limo or Guiseppes for amazing food and service. Guess I should have ordered the hamburger. Live and learn.

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    Honeysuckle - Interior

    Interior

    Honeysuckle - And there is always the burger

    And there is always the burger

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