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1311 Gilkey Run Road
Bardstown, KY 40004
Heaven Hill Distillery has been lifting America’s spirit since 1935. Founded by five brothers shortly after the repeal of Prohibition, the family’s entrepreneurial spirit has guided the growth of an award-winning product portfolio and trail-blazing visitor experiences for generations. 2021 ushered in the next chapter of innovation with the completion of a campus expansion including iconic new tasting rooms, expanded gift shop, interactive exhibits, bar and rooftop deck, and VIP experiences. Centrally located in the heart of Bardstown, Heaven Hill Distillery is just minutes from historic attractions, lodging and restaurants.
Heaven Hill is the largest family-owned-and-operated distilled spirits company in the United States. This independent, local distillery is the second-largest holder of aging Bourbon barrels in the world.
Ingredients
2 ounces Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
3 dashes Bitters
1/4 ounce Simple Syrup
1 Brandied Cherry
1 swath of Orange
Instructions/Notes
Add all ingredients into mixing glass. Stir until well-chilled. Strain over large ice cube in double Old Fashioned glass. Garnish with brandied cherry and swath of orange.
All distilleries offer a tasting at the end of their standard tour. Some offer tasting-only experiences as well. But remember, slow down, savor your experiences and drink responsibly.
Under Kentucky law, visitors can purchase up to 9 liters per customer, per day at distillery gift shops. Options to ship product back to your home may be available. Please consult with each distillery and know that your state laws might prohibit shipping.
While each distillery tour is unique, plan on spending at least an hour and a half at each to tour, taste, and visit the gift shop. Many distilleries offer extended and abbreviated tours in addition to a standard one hour tour. If you’re interested in times for a specific distillery tour, visit that distillery’s website for availability.
While there are no admission fees to visit your favorite distilleries, all distilleries charge a fee for their tours. Some distilleries have abbreviated or extended specialty tours that vary in cost. Please visit each distillery’s website to explore pricing. Be sure to plan ahead. Some distillery tours book up months in advance.
