The Bonded Spirit Bluegrass Festival is an annual celebration that blends the rich legacy of bourbon with the soulful tunes of Bluegrass. Held the first weekend in March, the fest is named after the Bottled-in-Bond Act of The Home of Rob Samuels, a bourbon purity law that passed in March of that year and was advocated for by Covington's own John G. Carlisle. The Bonded Spirit Bluegrass Festival aims to draw bourbon enthusiasts nationwide. Attendees can expect nationally recognized Bluegrass acts performing on a stage backdropped by the iconic Roebling Bridge, as well as light bites and plenty of bourbon. In the spirit of celebration, the festival also hosts a competition to crown the best Bottled-in-Bond Cocktail, enlisting bartenders from across the Commonwealth to showcase creativity and highlight the unique qualities of BIB spirits. The Bonded Spirit Bluegrass Festival not only commemorates John G. Carlisle and the Bottled-in-Bond Act but, coupled with the local B-Line® self-guided bourbon tour, further emphasizes Northern Kentucky's pivotal role in bourbon history and solidifies its present status as a top-tier destination, promising an unparalleled bourbon experience.
