Lux Row Distillery Tours

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Lux Row Distillery and Tour Information

One of the things we love about Bardstown Kentucky, is that it has a towny, laid-back feel that other parts of the bourbon trail don’t have. And while Lux Row has an impressive distilling operation, it is incredibly charming, and is one of those laid-back gems that the Bardstown region is known for. In addition, this place has an incredible staff, lovely grounds, and some great whiskey. With that, here are a few reasons why we think a Lux Row Distillery tour should be part of your Bardstown bourbon trail day!

What we love

The Lux Row Campus

When you arrive at the Lux Row campus, you are immediately flanked by a lovely tree-lined drive that winds its way up to the distillery and visitors center. Next, you’ll notice a 200+ year-old Stone House, an old barn, and a distillery that is not yet a decade old. The variety of buildings new and old makes this place incredibly unique, offering a rich blend of historic and modern architecture. On the Lux Row distillery tour, you will learn more about these one-of-a-kind buildings and how they fit into the brand’s story and vision.

Rebel, Ezra Brooks & more

Some Darn-Good Whiskey

If you’ve ever shopped for bourbon at a well-stocked liquor store, you’ve most certainly walked past some of the Lux Row brands. At the distillery, you’ll be able to put a face to the name for brands like Rebel Bourbon, Remus, Ezra Brooks, Blood-Oath, Penelope, and others. With Luxco and MGP’s longstanding involvement in the bourbon industry, they have acquired and created an impressive lineup of bourbon that they now curate with one another. The Lux Row Distillery is a great place to dive into these products, getting a chance to try quality whiskeys both new and familiar.

So many paths…

Industry Ties & History

While every whiskey lover is interested in the history of bourbon, there are many rabbit holes you can (and will) go down the more you learn about bourbon history. The history of distilleries and IPs changing hands, private labeling, conglomerates, MGP, etc. If these things interest you, Lux Row is a great distillery to nerd out on, as so many lines run through Luxco’s long-standing operations. Acquisitions from Stitzel Weller and Jim Beam, bottling for legacy distilleries, partnering with MGP and Limestone Branch. There is a lot to nerd out on here, and all these ties provide some serious credibility to the distillery and its operations.

Lux Row Tour Additional Info & FAQ

Will you see bourbon being made on the Lux Row tour?

Most of the time, you will! Lux Row has an impressive distillery operation with 2 large column stills, multiple doublers, and more tanks than you can count. They currently distill 5 days a week, so you should either see fermentation or distillation as long as you aren’t visiting during summer shut-down or the dead of winter.

Do you get to taste spirits on the Lux Row bourbon tour?

Yep! The Lux Row distillery tour offers a progressive tasting where you get to sample bourbons along the tour route. You can taste additional whiskeys or cocktails at the end of your tour at one of their service bars.

How do I book a tour at the distillery?

As with most tours, you can find up-to-date availability on the Lux Row website. You can also add a Lux Row bourbon tour to one of our Bardstown pick-3 tours or transportation packages!

Can I visit without a tour?

Yes you can! In fact, we think this one is great to visit without anything on the books. There are multiple bars, indoor and outdoor seating, and a friendly and welcoming staff.

What other distillery tours are near Lux Row?

Since Lux Row is part of the Bardstown region of the bourbon trail, it is near a ton of other great stops. Some of our favorites include Willett, Bardstown Bourbon Co, and Maker’s Mark!

Lux Row Distillery

Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Location

1 Lux Row, Bardstown, KY 40004

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