What you'll do:

You'll walk through Louisville's NuLu District stopping at three local distilleries, tasting bourbon at each one while a local guide connects the pours to the history, craft, and culture behind them.

• 3 distillery stops: Each stop on the route is a working distillery in NuLu, so you get a real look at production alongside a guided tasting, not just a retail counter.

• Curated bourbon tastings: At every stop, your guide selects pours that highlight different mash bills, barrel ages, and flavor profiles, giving you a genuine education in your glass.

• Prohibition-era storytelling: Between stops, your guide covers Louisville's bourbon history, including the Prohibition years, the architectural legacy of the distillery district, and how NuLu became a center of the modern bourbon revival.

• MJE wristband perks: Your wristband unlocks partner discounts at every stop, including bottle credits, gift shop savings, and additional tasting deals you won't find on a walk-in visit.

• Flexible departure times: The tour runs at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. daily, both departing from the Pee Wee Reese Statue at Louisville Slugger Stadium, so you can build it around your group's schedule.

The route is walkable and relaxed, making it a comfortable fit for bourbon newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts alike. By the end, you'll have tasted across three distinct production styles and know exactly where to go back on your own.

Why you'll love it for your group:

1. Built-in education: Your guide does more than pour drinks — they break down what's in the glass and why it tastes the way it does, so even first-timers leave with real knowledge.

2. 3 distilleries, 1 afternoon: Visiting Angel's Envy, Rabbit Hole, and Whiskey Thief (or Whistle Pig, depending on your tour time) as a group takes the logistics off your plate entirely.

3. Exclusive partner discounts: The MJE wristband gets your group perks like Whiskey Thief's 50% off an additional tasting and a $10 bottle credit at WhistlePig — deals that add up quickly across a group.

4. Walkable NuLu route: The whole tour happens on foot through one of Louisville's most interesting neighborhoods, so you get the city alongside the bourbon.

5. Great for mixed groups: Whether your crew includes lifelong bourbon fans or people who've never done a tasting, the format works for both without talking down to either.

About this experience partner:

Mint Julep Experiences is a Louisville-based tour company specializing in guided bourbon tours and distillery visits across the city and the broader Kentucky region. They run both public and private options, with guides who are trained in bourbon production, local history, and the distillery landscape specific to NuLu and beyond. Their tours are designed to work for first-time visitors and returning bourbon travelers who want a structured, knowledgeable experience rather than a self-guided afternoon.

Additional information:

- Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes before your departure time at the Pee Wee Reese Statue, Louisville Slugger Stadium. Sign your waiver in advance.

- What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, a valid ID, and weather-appropriate clothing.

- Age requirement: All guests must be 21 or older.

- Departure times: 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The 10:00 a.m. tour visits Angel's Envy, Rabbit Hole, and Whiskey Thief. The 2:00 p.m. tour visits Whistle Pig, Rabbit Hole, and Whiskey Thief, ending at Garage Bar in NuLu.