Bluegrass Distillers at Elkwood Farm: A Must-Visit Stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®
Nestled in the heart of horse country in Midway, Kentucky, Bluegrass Distillers at Elkwood Farm stands as a remarkable new destination on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®. This craft distillery offers an immersive bourbon experience that caters to both enthusiasts and newcomers. Situated on a sprawling 62-acre estate, visitors embark on a truly “grain-to-glass” journey, witnessing the meticulous process of bourbon production firsthand.
Whether you’re seeking a classic tasting, an in-depth distillery tour, or a rare hands-on bourbon experience, Bluegrass Distillers provides tours tailored to every level of bourbon connoisseur.
🥃 What It Is
- Bluegrass Distillers is a craft bourbon and rye distillery renowned for its innovative mash bills, including their award-winning Blue Corn Bourbon and complex barrel finishes.
- The distillery operates as a fully integrated grain-to-glass operation, ensuring that every bourbon begins with non-GMO heirloom blue corn grown on the Elkwood Farm property.
- Set against the backdrop of a historic estate, the distillery is housed in the beautifully restored 1830s Elkwood Mansion, seamlessly blending rich history with modern bourbon-making.
🚶♂️ Bourbon Tour Options
Bluegrass Distillers offers a diverse range of bourbon-focused tours to suit various interests:
🏛️ Historic Estate & Distillery Tour
Embark on a journey through the mansion and farm grounds before delving into the cutting-edge distillery for a comprehensive walkthrough of the bourbon production process, from mashing to barreling.
🥃 Bourbon Experience Tour
Indulge in a hands-on bourbon experience, where you can learn about the intricate details of bourbon production and savor the flavors of their award-winning spirits.
Embark on an immersive journey into the art and science of bourbon-making with this expanded tour.
Discover the secrets behind fermentation and distillation through a behind-the-scenes look.
Explore the on-site barrel warehouses and witness the aging process up close.
Indulge in a guided tasting of limited releases and flagship bourbons.
🧴 Bottle-Your-Own Barrel Experience
Engage in one of the most interactive tours in Kentucky! Extract a sample straight from the barrel and bottle your own bourbon, complete with a personalized label to take home.
🍸 Cocktails & Bourbon 101
Learn the fundamentals of bourbon, tour the distillery, and conclude with a cocktail-making session at the on-site cocktail bar.
🌾 Blue Corn Field-to-Bottle Tour (Seasonal)
During the growing season, immerse yourself in this immersive experience. Walk through the blue cornfields, delve into their agricultural practices, and savor blue corn-based bourbons.
🍽️ Additional Visitor Amenities
- Explore the historic Elkwood Mansion’s tasting room, offering curated bourbon and rye tastings.
- Sip on signature bourbon cocktails crafted with house-made syrups and bitters at the cocktail bar.
- Book private events or group tastings in the scenic and historic setting of the event spaces.
- Enjoy the pet-friendly grounds, allowing you to bring your furry friend along while you sip and stroll.
⭐ Key Distillery Highlights
- Blue Corn Bourbon: Crafted from heirloom, non-GMO blue corn grown onsite, this signature expression is unique to Bluegrass Distillers.
- State-of-the-Art Distillation: Witness the distillation process with a 36-inch column still, modern fermentation tanks, and a fully automated bottling line.
- Barrel Warehousing on Site: Observe the aging process in temperature-sensitive warehouses.
📍 Location
Bluegrass Distillers at Elkwood Farm
158 W. Leestown Road, Midway, KY 40347
Plan your visit and embark on a journey through Kentucky’s bourbon heritage, savoring each glass at a time.
