Again, what a marvelous place to enjoy your bourbon drink in a very relaxed environment. 2024 was…read morethe last time we were here and it felt just as welcoming then as it did now in 2026. The wealth of knowledge with both Austin, our Bartender and Dave, Owner, is amazing. Thanks to them, we walked out of there quite happy with our tastings. With the huge selection of Bourbon, right in front of us, we were able to ask questions about any bottle we spotted on the shelf. We gained a lot more information about Bourbon. THANK YOU Austin & Dave !!! Yes, we will stop here EVERY TIME we travel to Frankfort, KY. Hoping it won't be another 2 yrs.

We pulled up to Benson Valley only to find it closed, so we decided to give HOC a try instead --…read morebest detour ever! This place was absolutely amazing! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was warm and welcoming. The staff provided great whiskey conversation and shared so much interesting history about the community and the distillery. It really made the tasting feel personal and special. We had the opportunity to sample an incredible lineup: * Weller 12 * Rip Van Winkle 10yr * Castle & Key Rye * Peerless Double Oak * Benson Valley Bourbon Every pour was smooth, flavorful, and clearly high quality. The pours were generous and the explanations for each one added so much depth. If you're into whiskey (or just good conversation and local history), HOC is a must-stop. We left smiling and already planning our next visit. Highly recommend! Thanks again to the team at HOC -- you turned a closed door into one of the highlights of our road trip!

The bourbon assortment is off the charts as is the service. Into single barrels but a little…read morehesitant to try a new one- free sample tastes of any single barrel they have in store, I've never seen that before Excellent experience and overly knowledgeable staff!

Friday night = cocktails at my house. To my horror, I saw the empty bottle of bitters in my liquor…read morecabinet! I made the drive to Happy Hour Liquor to check it out and give an entrepreneur my business. Ondie was a great help. He asked which drink I was planning to make, and naturally I had my two-page list on hand. Together we searched the web to determine the best pick. We have something in common since we've both recently moved back to Lexington, and we agree that it rocks. Then he gave me a sneak peek of their future bourbon bar. I'm first in line when it opens! You'll find Ondie behind the bar. He made me promise to bring my list so we can concoct some libations. My new friend! Here's a tip: if you're looking for an alternative route to Nicholasville Road, take the Harrodsburg to Keene Road connection. Such a beautiful drive past a couple of horse farms.

Went for lunch and the restaurant is open and airy with lots of seating. The lunch menu has a lot…read moreto offer; salads, sandwiches and hot plate lunches. I had the Hot Brown and it was delicious. The bechamel sauce was smooth and rich and the ham; thin sliced and devine. My guest had the chicken salad with fries. The salad was very good and the fries exceptional. They were fried twice; crisp on the outside and pillows on the inside. Only disappointment was the featured peach jalapeno margarita. I was served a regular margarita with heat but no peaches. Our server was delightful and attentive. I will go back.

I stayed at the Campbell house for a night. I tried the Rack House Tavern for breakfast and dinner…read more The service was very good. We even had the waitress from the night before see us and came up to our table to say hello.. I love the ambience. It's been renovated and has that Kentucky charm to it. Dinner was very good. I had the catfish and the Cobb salad. Absolutely delicious. My daughter had the Cajun pasta and her father had the Kentucky hot brown. No complaint here, The food was very good.

We were unable to locate this business based on directions on Yelp. A local businessman had never…read moreheard of them and had a similar inquiry as ours about them a couple months ago.

Some items a little over priced but not bad at all I will stop here whenever I pass through Kentuckyread more

I recently went a couple of times within a week. Incredible bourbon selection. Jourdan, the…read morebartender really knows his bourbon. Patient friendly shared what he liked about a variety of bourbon. It's a great place to take out of town guess who wanted urban experience of going to the distilleries themselves, which is amazing. Located downtown and a great spot for Thursday night live. They have an outdoor area during Thursday night. Inside the bar doesn't pick up until much later and not my scene. I like to go early.

3.5 stars. Just a long room open to the street that on a warm Spring Saturday night, even past 10…read morepm will be interestingly dead, but with a collection of top bourbons that punch above this bar's weight. By 11:30 pm though the place suddenly is crushed, and among the college tribes stomping in are some lithe girls in half-shirts looking at their phones, amidst guys that either look preppy or like country raccoons. Good vibes. Good service that is efficient over being friendly - and why not.

Spectacle for Senses tasting was a total disappointment . Would recommend a different tour.read more

We didn't have a tour reserved so we spent time in the gift shop and bar. The grounds are…read morebeautiful, elegant and scream at you to stay and relax. We did just that! Very high quality apparel, unique gifts and - of course, many bourbons to purchase. We didn't get a chance to spend time on the patio but that's the plan for the next visit. The workers were helpful with our questions, they packed everything so nicely and with care so the transport back home is no issue. Refined elegance. That's the bourbon. That's the location.

Best bourbon selection I ever have seen and the prices were reasonable. I got to try some bourbons…read moreI have searched many years to find. The staff was amazing and extremely helpful, as well. This was a different location than my previous trip and it is beautiful!! My only complaint is that I live in another state!!

Jake's is an extremely laid back establishment. I went with my husband once and he actually…read morefrequents there quite a bit. I think they actually know him by name by now. I also think he frequently goes with his mistress. I know he enjoys it there. Highly recommend.

Next Door at 3rd Turn is a great spot if you want a laid back environment where you can taste…read moreamazing bourbons and beer. The beer selection is a little on the heavier side, with quite a few high ABV draft options. What's nice is that you can travel between this location and the original 3rd Turn location, so if someone in your group is looking for a lighter beer they can walk next door where they have 20 different beers are on-tap as well as bourbon slushies. The workers always go above and beyond to make sure their customers are taken care of and are very knowledgeable about the beers and bourbons they serve. They have ample seating inside and out and usually have a food option available on Friday and Saturdays. Check them out on Facebook for more info.

Guys, this place is MY JAM!!!…read more 3rd Turn continues to rock out handcrafted venues (built by the owners). They upcycle as many materials as possible and do their best to maintain the unique venues natural magic. And now we are onto the beer. By far, my favorite brewery in Louisville. The tap changes almost daily and there is always something funky about even the most basic beers. I have difficulty drinking more than one beer total a day because of how heavy they can be. However, when consuming high abv beer that is clean and brewed the right way, I am able to drink multiple beers in one sitting. Which, makes it great for the beer lover that I am! what is on tap is always barrel aged and different from their full brewery next door. The bourbon selection is fantastic and we have enjoyed Edward Lee so often that we finished the bottle last night! I guess it is time to start something new!!! Bring your friends or kids. There are games and it is quite literally for all beings. Enjoy! You'll thank me!!!

We had a fantastic time on the Buffalo Trace for Night at the Distillery tour! It's a seasonal…read moreHalloween event. The atmospheric, spooky vibe was perfect for the season, and the tour guides hit just the right balance, delivering ominous, ghostly tales alongside really cool history about the distillery. The entire staff was so sociable and brought such a positive energy to the night. ​The cocktails and bourbon samples were top-notch throughout. The absolute highlight for me was getting to try the 12-Year Eagle Rare, which was the only neat pour of the night and exceptionally smooth. ​A huge shoutout to the distillery team for their accessibility: as a wheelchair user, I was thoroughly impressed. I was able to get around easily, and every building we wanted to visit, or that was open for the tour, was accessible. ​Highly recommend booking this experience if you get the chance!

First time visiting the famous Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky!…read more Due to our limited time, we weren't able to take a distillery tour, but we did get to enjoy a bourbon tasting and spend some time exploring their beautiful gift shop. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made our visit even more enjoyable. We also brought our dog and he wasn't the only one. The gift shop welcomes dogs! One thing I quickly learned is that people REALLY love their bourbon! The staff could barely keep the shelves stocked! As soon as bottles were put out, they were flying off the shelves. We watched people walking away with entire boxes of bourbon! It was quite the sight! Of course, we couldn't leave empty-handed either! We managed to pick up a few special bottles to bring home. Such a fun stop on our road trip and definitely worth visiting! Next time, we'll have to make time for the full distillery tour!

The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is a chilling cocktail experience in Somerset that brings four of his…read morestories off the page and onto the stage as told through the Poe Historians while pairing them with four classic cocktails. They have mock-tails options for anyone who does not drink. The acting troupe is amazing. If you are a true aficionado of Poe's work this is great experience. The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy was awesome! 10/10! We heard 4 of Poe's stories and each one came with a themed Cocktail. Good vibes, good drinks and the actors were great.