distilleries & tours

Lexington Brewing & Distilling Campus Tour (1hr)

{$15 per person}

Two Tours in One! Discover the home of the world-famous Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale and Town Branch Bourbon while sampling beer and spirits along the way. This tour offers an in-depth look at our production floor, still room and visitor center campus. It begins in the brewery, where you’ll learn about the history and evolution of Lexington Brewing Co. and our beer-making process. The experience continues across the street at our Town Branch Distillery, 7ths Member of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail where guests explore how we produce our bourbon and whiskey. Families welcome: Children may join the tour (tastings are for guests 21+ only). Guests 21 and older receive four tasting tokens to redeem for samples in the brewery and/or distillery.

Straight-From-The-Barrel Experience (30min)

{$30 per person}

Taste 3 Different Kentucky Straight Bourbon Recipes Direct From The Barrel! Enjoy a quick walkthrough of our production floor, still room and then settle into our single barrel room for this unique experience that lets you sample our bourbons straight from the barrel. Taste our High-Malt Pot-Still Kentucky Bourbon, Traditional Column-Still Kentucky Bourbon, and our Wheated Column-Still Kentucky Bourbon in this hands-on, immersive tasting. It’s quick, fun and always straight from the barrel for an authentic bourbon experience while you are visiting the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Available to guests 21+ only.

Town Branch Barrel Thieving & Cocktail Experience (1hr)

{$50 per person}

Thieve Direct From The Barrel & Make a Signature Overproof Cocktail! This one-of-a-kind experience lets you sample our bourbons straight from the barrel. Taste our High-Malt Pot-Still Kentucky Bourbon, Traditional Column-Still Kentucky Bourbon, and our Wheated Column-Still Kentucky Bourbon in this hands-on, immersive tasting. You’ll also sample our current DISTILLERY ONLY Single Barrel Reserve Bourbon selection (limited quantities available). Then you’ll be guided by our knowledgeable staff to create a Signature Overproof Cocktail using the whiskeys freshly thieved from the barrels. This hands-on, immersive experience is a fantastic way to spend an afternoon at Town Branch Distillery. Available to guests 21+ only.

Town Branch Fill Your Own Bottle Experience (1hr)

{$140 per person}

Fill Your Own Bottle Of Bourbon! Your experience begins in our Visitor Center, where you’ll be welcomed by our knowledgeable staff. As our guest, you’ll enjoy up to two cocktails (limit one per guest), so feel free to bring a friend to help fill your bottle. While you’re there, we’ll engrave the back of your empty bottle with a custom short message of your choice—such as a dedication, thank-you note, signature, or even a company logo (just email us the file in advance). With cocktails in hand, you’ll take a brief tour of our distillery, including our production and still room. The experience culminates with you filling your own cask-strength Single Barrel Reserve bottle from one of our most exclusive barrel selections. To make it even more personal, you’ll fill in your own handwritten label and apply it to your bottle—leaving your mark on a truly one-of-a-kind bottle. Available to guests 21+ only.

Town Branch Cocktail Experience (1hr)

{$20 per person}

Tour, Tasting & Cocktail! Begin this journey with tour of Town Branch Distillery and discover the rich history and craftsmanship behind each of our whiskeys. Along the way, you’ll learn about our distilling process and the care that goes into every bottle. Guests will receive two tasting tokens to sample from a variety of our spirits. After the tour, you’ll enjoy a cocktail-making demonstration and enjoy one of our hand-crafted cocktails prepared by our bar team. Our Overproof Old Fashioned is highly recommended and a staff favorite! Available to guests 21+ only.

Friday Night Amuse-Bouche Pairing Evening Series (2hrs)

{$125 per person}

A Guided Tasting With Seasonal Small Plate, Cocktails & Beer Pairings! Join Head Distiller & Blender Dave “Bob” Gaspar and Sommelier II Benjamin Robin for an immersive guided tasting that explores the world of mixology and food pairings. This six-course experience takes you on a journey through the art and science of pairing—designed to be fun, educational, and delicious. As you progress through each course, you’ll discover how sensory elements such as acid, fat, and salt influence both the paired beverage and the dish, and how thoughtful pairing elevates each component. Town Branch Distillery has partnered with Jane Thompson, Executive Chef of Dupree Catering to bring your this new collaborative experience. Each event will feature a unique, seasonally inspired menu highlighting fresh food and beverage ingredients. Duration: Approximately 2 hours. Space is limited.

Town Branch Summer – Free Live Music Series (4hrs)

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Join us this summer for an evening of great music, local food trucks, and drink specials! We’ll be open late and featuring some of your favorite local musicians and food trucks, making it the perfect way to spend a summer evening. This family-friendly event is fun for all ages, so bring your friends and enjoy the atmosphere. Event Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM on each date (see schedule of events on booking link).

Still Room Reception / Private Events (2hr min)

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Come Celebrate With Us! Planning a gathering for 30–60 guests and looking for a beautiful venue? You’re in luck—we have the perfect space for you! Our Pot Stills Room is available for private rentals and after-hours events. With the help of our talented tour guides and bar staff, we host upscale, professional gatherings in a unique distillery setting. We also maintain long-standing relationships with trusted local caterers who provide exceptional food and service. For more information please email Ben Robin at brobin@lexingtonbrewingco.com

If you have any issues booking a tour on-line, please feel free to reach out direct: Tours@lexingtonbrewingco.com / 859-255-2337

Information for your visit to the Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.

Email:  Tours@lexingtonbrewingco.com

Phone: (859) 255-2337

For additional information on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® experience, please visit kybourbontrail.com.

Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company
401 Cross St, Lexington, KY 40508
(intersection of Versailles Rd./Oliver Lewis and W. Maxwell St.)

Please park in the lots behind the distillery or on Pine Street. Handicap spaces are available in the brewery front parking lot off Cross Street.

HOURS OF OPERATION:

MARCH – DECEMBER

MONDAY – SATURDAY: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

SUNDAY: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM. First tour at Noon, no spirits sales until 1:00PM

JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2025: Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays

TOUR SCHEDULE:

  • 10:00 AM
  • 11:00 AM
  • 12:00 PM
  • 1:00 PM
  • 2:00 PM
  • 3:00 PM
  • 4:00 PM

**Go to BOOK NOW for additional tour and time options.

For Private or Master Distiller Tours, please contact us at Tours@lexingtonbrewingco.com.

Every year Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. is closed on:

  1. Labor Day
  2. Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving.
  3. December 24th – 26th
  4. New Year’s Day January 1st 
  • We welcome walk-ins, but strongly encourage booking tours on-line as tours book quickly.
  • All tours start in the Visitor Center (red/brown brick building).
  • Each tour lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes.
  • Visitors 21 years and older receive four tasting tokens to use in both the brewery and/or distillery.
  • If tours are booked, please stay a moment to relax, and enjoy some of our award-winning spirits or craft beers.
  • Service animals are allowed.
  • We are a handicap accessible facility.
  • Reservations for private or specialty tours are available upon request.

The Lexington Brewing and Distilling Company strives to provide you with an educational, fun filled and safe tour. The Lexington Brewing and Distilling Company is aware of the severity of allergens and makes every attempt to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions to those individuals with food allergies.

The Lexington Brewing and Distilling Company has recently developed a new recipe containing Peanut Flour. Although the production staff attempts to schedule brewing this recipe during non-tour hours, sometimes production is inevitable, and the smell of peanuts will be in the brewery. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask the Visitors’ Center Staff. Thank you so much for your decision to come touring with us!

Visit Our Other Award Winning Distillery

Pearse Lyons

Distillery

Pearse Lyons Distillery at St. James, located in Dublin, Ireland, was born out of a personal passion for brewing and distilling, an entrepreneurial spirit and a deep-rooted family connection to The Liberties. St. James’ Church, in the center of Dublin’s historic whiskey district, was painstakingly restored to its former glory by the Lyons family, allowing visitors to discover and explore the site from past to present. The new glass steeple, which is now regularly referred to as the “Liberties Lantern,” is a beacon marking a new era for St. James’ Church.