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    Preservation Distillery

    4.7 (105 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    The tour was a treat Blake was engaging and very entertaining. Nice tasting grounds are lovely. It's a unique distillery among many big corporate distilleries.

    Sean A.

    Have been multiple times but this was the first for an expanded tasting. Great place with awesome service. Amy, Rachel, and the staff are all welcoming and accommodating. Great place to stop in have a tasting or two and grab some great bourbon. Don't forget to try their tequila. It's pretty fantastic. Nice open floor plan. Great tasting room. Even some comfy couches to enjoy and relax in the atmosphere.

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    Brittney W.

    Visiting Preservation Distillery + Farm was like stepping into a bourbon lover's dream wrapped in rustic charm. Nestled on 40 acres of farmland just outside Bardstown, the distillery blends heritage, sustainability, and craftsmanship in a way that feels both authentic and elevated. We happened to walk in right before the 4pm tasting with Michael and it did not disappoint. He did a great job storytelling each spirit and teaching each of us how to sniff, view, and sample the bourbons. From the moment you arrive, the repurposed tobacco barns and antique Dodge truck set the tone--this place honors tradition while crafting something new. The visitor center is warm and welcoming, with a tasting bar and outdoor seating that invites you to linger. What sets Preservation apart is their commitment to small-batch, in-house distilling. Unlike many sourced brands, their new releases showcase a bold identity and impressive depth, even at just 6-7 years aged. A woman owned distillery made it even sweeter! Whether you're a seasoned bourbon enthusiast or just curious about Kentucky's distilling heritage, Preservation Distillery offers a memorable experience that's equal parts education and indulgence.

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    Rose F.

    Very lovely and friendly greeting at the check in desk. Small place - we didn't do a tour but not sure what we would have toured. We had a tasting with Kate as our guide. She was informative and gave the history of each bottle and the owner's story. Prices were a bit steep and there was nothing I couldn't live without so we left empty handed.

    Ross T.

    Beautiful distillery with a great group of employees! Our tour guide (Quentin) was very engaging and personable and led a great tour. We did the Premium Cask Overproof Experience and it did not disappoint! We got to sample 6 bourbons/ryes/whiskeys that all had their own unique flavor.

    Service is excellent. The server CJ is awesome and very informative, she helped me learn the proper way to drink bourbon when no other establishments had. The interior is relaxed. Overall I really enjoyed my experience here. The bourbon and staff are great.

    Ryan H.

    Cannot even begin to say how amazing this tour was. Truly the staff was amazing and cared so much! This trip was for my wife's birthday so I mentioned it when we signed up. When we walked in our tour guide knew it was us and went all out. Your was great and at the end they had setup a spot at the tasting table just for us with flowers, more candy for the tasting, and a special tasting of bourbon! Such an amazing place!

    Leslie A.

    The bourbon- Rita is delicious!! The people are amazing and will help you. No food Ambiance is great

    Great stuff for sale!
    Amanda H.

    My father in law booked a tasting/tour at Preservation during our trip to Bardstown. The grounds are beautiful and we got a chance to see the long horn cattle (and the two new babies named soup and salad LOL). Kate was our tour guide and she was wonderful. Preservation is a woman owned distillery (heck yeah Marci), and Kate did a great job sharing the history of the farm, as well as all things bourbon. After a tour of the grounds, we went inside for the tasting. We got to try four different whiskeys. Kate taught us how to smell and taste the samplings. I never knew I had a dominant nostril?! We had sweet popcorn in between samples to cleanse the palette (if you have an allergy, let them know - the popcorn is cooked in peanut oil and you will get chocolate instead). They have a nice selection of goodies you can buy to remember your visit (shirts, hats, candles, cups, books, booze of course). Their bourbon leather candle smells soooooo good. I learned so much about bourbon on this little tour. It's smaller than the big name distilleries, but still very informative and fun! Highly recommend this place. Cheers!

    Some pricey special releases.

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    Beautiful grounds on an old farm. You need to book a tour to try their products. Bourbons are not cheap but very classy. Small distillery.

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    Beautiful venue and easily accessible from a main highway. We did not take the tour but bought their signature bourbon. We loved it!

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    Whiskey was great and the presentation even better. The whiskey prices were a little high for me but I enjoyed my time there.

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    The tour itself was the perfect length of time and our tour guide was very knowledgeable and engaging.

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