Bourbon Week
July 15th - 20th, 2024
Welcome to Downtown Frankfort Bourbon Week, happening from July 15th to July 20th! Get ready to immerse yourself in all things bourbon as we celebrate our historic downtown and the rich bourbon heritage of our region.
Throughout the week, we’ll be highlighting a variety of bourbon-related experiences and products that showcase the best of what our area has to offer:
Bourbon Tours/Tourism: Explore the bourbon scene in our downtown area with special tours and activities that delve into the history and craftsmanship behind this beloved spirit.
Bourbon Products: Discover a range of bourbon-inspired products from local vendors, including artisanal goods, souvenirs, and more.
Signature Cocktail Contest: “The Frankfort” One of the highlights of Bourbon Week is our search for “The Frankfort” signature cocktail. Similar to the iconic Manhattan, this contest invites bars and restaurants to present their most creative bourbon concoctions. A judge panel, along with input from the public, will determine the winning cocktail. The creator of “The Frankfort” will be credited with this prestigious title, and their winning cocktail will be featured prominently at Bourbon on the Banks.
Bourbon on St. Clair Live – July 20th: The culmination of Bourbon Week will be a grand celebration at Bourbon on St. Clair Live! Join us on July 20th for an unforgettable evening of music, bourbon tastings, and the official proclamation ceremony for “The Frankfort” signature cocktail on St. Clair Street. We’ll announce and celebrate the winning cocktail in style, surrounded by fellow bourbon enthusiasts and the vibrant energy of our downtown community.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to explore, taste, and celebrate the spirit of bourbon during Downtown Frankfort Bourbon Week. Mark your calendars and get ready for a week filled with flavor, fun, and the true essence of Frankfort’s bourbon heritage!
Bourbon Week Tours/Exhibits
Click below to learn more about the fascinating special exhibits and tours to participate in!
Bourbon Belle Boat Tours
- Old Taylor Tour : Old Taylor Tour plus Buffalo Trace Distillery Tour and Tasting
- Trace Tour : Buffalo Trace Distillery Tour and Tasting
- Bourbon History Tour
- Bourbon and Boats River Tour and Taste : Progressive Bourbon Tasting with Bourbon on Main Barrel Picks
- Bourbon History Tour
Bourbon History Walking Tours
Join Local bourbon history buff Russ Kennedy on this guided walking tour in historic downtown Frankfort. You will be entertained and informed as you learn about Frankfort’s rich history and spirited bourbon past. The tour is one mile in length.
Capital City Museum Bourbon Exhibit
Transplants to Frankfort learn quickly that the smell of home is the distiller’s yeast in the air. Bourbon permeates the lives and livelihoods of everyone here. The workers who distill, bottle, and distribute bourbon call Frankfort and Franklin County home. Their labor forms the backbone of the industry. It supports and sustains the many adjacent industries which have grown to support bourbon tourism, like hotels, restaurants, and bars. This exhibit celebrates the brands, jobs, people, and impact of bourbon in our community.
Open 10 – 4, Monday – Saturday, Admission is Free.
Bourbon Blazer "The Frankfort" Tour
Buffalo Trace Tours
Visit Buffalo Trace Distillery, the World’s Most Award-Winning Distillery, for complimentary tours and tastings featuring beloved brands such as Buffalo Trace, W. L. Weller, E.H. Taylor Jr, Eagle Rare and much more.
J Mattingly Tours
Check out the Tasting Experience or the VIP Blending Experience consisting of J. Mattingly 1845 Bourbon releases.
Lawrenceburg Bourbon Co. Tasting
Select from a wide range of Bourbon Tours at Lawrenceburg Bourbon Company – a craft distillery built from savings and chutzpah by an Australian-born, U.S. Navy combat veteran with a palate for great American whiskey!