Kentucky Bourbon Country
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Kentucky Bourbon Country

The Essential Travel Guide

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eBook - ePub

Kentucky Bourbon Country

The Essential Travel Guide

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About This Book

Like wine lovers who dream of traveling to Bordeaux or beer enthusiasts with visions of the breweries of Belgium, bourbon lovers plan their pilgrimages to Kentucky's bourbon country. And what a country it is! Some of the most famous distilleries are tucked away in the scenic countryside of the Bluegrass region, stretching between Louisville, Bardstown, and Lexington. Locals and tourists alike seek out the finest flavors of Kentucky as interest in America's only native spirit continues to grow.

In Kentucky Bourbon Country, Susan Reigler offers essential information and practical advice to anyone considering a trip to the state's distilleries or to the restaurants and bars on the Urban Bourbon Trail. Featuring more than 150 full-color photographs and a bourbon glossary, the book is organized by region and provides valuable details about the Bluegrass -- including attractions near each distillery and notes on restaurants, lodging, shopping, and seasonal events in Kentucky's beautiful historic towns.

In addition to providing knowledge about each point of interest, Kentucky Bourbon Country weaves in little-known facts about the region's best-kept secrets, such as the historic distillery used as a set in the movie Stripes and the surprising ingredient in the mint juleps served at the Kentucky Derby. Whether you're interested in visiting the place where your favorite bourbon is made or hoping to discover exciting new varieties, this handy and practical guide discovering the best of bourbon.

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Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky
ISBN
9780813142692
Topic
Personal Development
Subtopic
Travel

Table of contents

  1. Cover Page
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Dedication Page
  5. Contents
  6. Introduction
  7. 1. Bourbon Basics: Made in America
  8. 2. Louisville: The Beginning of Bourbon Country
  9. 3. Frankfort and Midway: Buffalo Trace and Woodford Reserve
  10. 4. Lexington and Horse Country: Town Branch
  11. 5. Lawrenceburg: Four Roses and Wild Turkey
  12. 6. Bardstown: The Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Barton 1792, Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center, Kentucky Bourbon Distillers, Maker's Mark, and Jim Beam
  13. Acknowledgments
  14. Appendix A: More Resources for Bourbon Lovers
  15. Appendix B: Bourbon Retailers
  16. Glossary: The Bourbon Lexicon
  17. About the Author and Photographer