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September 12-18, 2016
In Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World®
One Court Square
Bardstown, KY 40004
KyBourbonFestival.com
info@KyBourbonFestival.com
celebration yet.
BIGGEST
Bardstown’s
Participating
Bourbon Distilleries
CELEBRATING 25 YEARS
OF TIMELESS TRADITION
Join us for seven straight days dedicated to the legendary
spirit of Kentucky. Distillers from across the state have
come together to share their distinguished Bourbon in a
variety of events for you to enjoy.
There’s fun and activities for all ages, so everyone is invited
to the 25th annual Kentucky Bourbon Festival in historic
Bardstown, Kentucky, the Bourbon Capital of the World®.
SEPTEMBER 12–18, 2016
1. Spalding Hall / City Hall
9. Samuels Field
2. G
eneral Nelson Inn
10. G
uthrie Opportunity Center,
Home of Nelson County
Industries
3. Nelson County Fairgrounds
4. Kentucky Railway Museum
11. Four Roses Distillery
5. B
ardstown Country Club
at Maywood
12. Wickland, Home of Three
Governors
6. My Old Kentucky Home
State Park
13. M
y Old Kentucky Dinner
Train Depot
7. F
estival Headquarters /
Bardstown Welcome Center
14. Kreso’s Restaurant
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8. Nelson County Civic Center
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One Court Square, Bardstown, KY 40004
www.KyBourbonFestival.com
Email: info@KyBourbonFestival.com
800.638.4877, 502.348.3623, Ext. 5
FAX 502.348.3403
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EVERYDAY EVENTS
Kentucky Bourbon Festival Shuttle
Shuttle sponsored by Bulleit Bourbon.
See website for details.
Downtown Bourbon Window Displays
All Day | Stroll and view window displays
created by Kentucky Bourbon distilleries
and brands. Free.
Kentucky Bourbon Shots | All Day
Bardstown Welcome Center (7) — View
artistic photography that captures the
Kentucky Bourbon experience. Must be
21 to submit artwork. Free.
Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History
10am–5pm | Spalding Hall (2) — Built in
1826, the museum features historic stills,
photos, artifacts, and displays. Free.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
Balloon Glow | 7:30–9pm
NEW DAY
Nelson County Fairgrounds (3), 2389
New Haven Rd., Bardstown, KY — View
the glowing colors of more than 20
hot air balloons against the night sky.
Concessions available. Free.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
Flights of Bourbon | 5–7pm
NEW EVENT
Samuels Field (9), 1924 Boston Rd.,
Bardstown, KY — Join the crew from 1792
to explore Flights of Bourbon at Samuels
Field, Bardstown’s own airport. No
passport required to enjoy Bourbon, hors
d’oeuvres and music. $75 per person. Must be 21. Ticket required.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
The Loft VIP Experience | 12–10pm
Spalding Hall (1), 114 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Relax in an exclusive
penthouse retreat that offers panoramic
views of the Great Lawn. Includes a
private bar with premium spirits and
classic Kentucky cuisine in the comfort of
an air-conditioned lounge, complete with
Wi-Fi access and private restroom. Visit
with Bourbon Dignitaries. $400/person.
Weeklong pass includes food, drink and
swag bag. Must be 21. Extremely limited
availability. Ticket required.
Bourbon Cocktail Mixology™
4–6pm | General Nelson Inn (2), 411 W.
Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY —
Sample Kentucky Bourbon-based
cocktails created by the “Bad Girl of
Bourbon” Joy Perrine. Learn which
ingredients bring out Bourbon’s complex
flavors. Includes free copy of Kentucky
Bourbon Cocktail Book. Must be 21. $60/
person. Ticket required.
Kentucky Bourbon All-Star Sampler™
7–9:30pm | Guthrie Opportunity Center
(10), 900 Nutter Dr., Bardstown, KY —
Join the Kentucky Distillers’ Association
and all the KDA Master Distillers under
one roof. Sample iconic Bourbons while
enjoying genuine Kentucky cuisine and
music. $75/person. Must be 21.
Ticket required.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
Bourbon Cocktail Mixology™
6–8pm | General Nelson Inn (2), 411 W.
Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY —
Sample Kentucky Bourbon-based
cocktails created by the “Bad Girl of
Bourbon” Joy Perrine. Learn which
ingredients bring out Bourbon’s complex
flavors. Includes free copy of Kentucky
Bourbon Cocktail Book. Must be 21. $60/
person. Ticket required.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Sip & Savor in the Spirit of Old Kentucky™
1–3pm | General Nelson Inn (2), 411 W.
Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY – Join
Chef David Domine for a Bourbon and food
pairing experience. Learn about Bourbon
and food course pairings. $60/person.
Must be 21. Ticket required.
Bootleggers & Bushwhackers
Train Robbery | 1pm
Kentucky Railway Museum (4),
136 S. Main St., New Haven, KY — Tour the
countryside on a vintage steam locomotive.
This 2-hour journey features a reenacted
train robbery. Donations benefit Crusade
for Children. $20 adults, $15 children 2-12,
free for children under 2. For reservations,
call 800.272.0152.
Master Distiller’s Auction | 2–4pm
Spalding Hall Chapel (1), 114 N. Third
St., Bardstown, KY — Courtesy of Oscar
Getz Museum of Whiskey History, this
prestigious auction allows you to bid
on vintage items and unusual bottles of
Kentucky Bourbon, some autographed by
Master Distillers. Proceeds benefit Spalding
Hall. Free admission. Donations appreciated.
Music on the Lawn | 5pm–12am
City Hall Lawn (1), 220 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Live music from local,
regional, and national-act bands.
Saturday night headliner features
Exile. For complete lineup, visit
kybourbonfestival.com. Free.
Bourbon Cocktail Mixology™
6–8pm | General Nelson Inn (2), 411 W.
Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY —
Sample Kentucky Bourbon-based cocktails
created by the “Bad Girl of Bourbon” Joy
Perrine. Learn which ingredients bring out
Bourbon’s complex flavors. Includes free
copy of Kentucky Bourbon Cocktail Book.
Must be 21. $60/person. Ticket required.
Bottled in Bond Fire | 6–11pm
NEW EVENT
Wickland, Home of Three Governors (12),
550 Bloomfield Rd., Bardstown, KY —
Kick back and cozy up to the bonfires as you
enjoy Bottled in Bond Bourbons. Wickland,
the Home of Three Governors, is the setting
for this casual evening that includes history,
music and Kentucky cuisine. $75 per
person. Must be 21. Ticket required.
Bootleggers & Bushwhackers
Train Robbery | 1pm
Kentucky Railway Museum (4),
136 S. Main St., New Haven, KY — Tour the
countryside on a vintage steam locomotive.
This 2-hour journey features a reenacted
train robbery. Donations benefit Crusade
for Children. $20 adults, $15 children 2-12,
free for children under 2. For reservations,
call 800.272.0152.
Spirit Garden™ | 1–5pm
In front of City Hall (1), 220 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Serves a variety of
Kentucky Bourbons, cocktails and beer
to enjoy. Displays and music on the Great
Lawn. Entry with purchase of KBF 2016
lapel pin. Must be 21.
Music on the Lawn | 1–5pm
City Hall Lawn (1), 220 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Live music from
local, regional, and national-act bands.
For complete lineup, visit
kybourbonfestival.com. Free.
The Ancient Craft of Barrel Making
12–5pm | Spalding Hall Lawn (1),
114 N. Fifth St., Bardstown, KY — Learn
about the historic craft of making
special oak barrels for aging Bourbon.
Demonstration by Coopers from
Independent Stave Company. Free.
The Loft VIP Experience | 12–5pm
Spalding Hall (1), 114 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Relax in an exclusive
penthouse retreat that offers panoramic
views of the Great Lawn. Includes a private
bar with premium spirits and classic
Kentucky cuisine in the comfort of an
air-conditioned lounge, complete with
Wi-Fi access and private restroom. Visit
with Bourbon Dignitaries. $400/person.
Weeklong pass includes food, drink and
swag bag. Must be 21. Extremely limited
availability. Ticket required.
Whiskey City Cruisers Vehicle Show
10am–5pm | City Hall (1), 220 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — View a variety of vehicles
on display from the area’s largest club. Free.
Kentucky Artists & Crafters, Kentucky
Proud, Distillery and Sponsor Booths,
Food Court | 10am–5pm
Spalding Hall & City Hall Lawns (1),
114 N. Fifth St., Bardstown, KY —
An outdoor marketplace filled with
merchandise from Kentucky distilleries
and festival sponsors. Also features juried
handmade goods from Kentucky artists
and crafters, food products by Kentucky
Proud vendors. Plus, a Food Court featuring
a variety of foods.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
The Great Kentucky Bourbon
Tasting & Gala™ | 6:30pm–1am
Guthrie Opportunity Center (10), 900
Nutter Dr., Bardstown, KY — Sample
the finest Kentucky Bourbons from 9
distilleries and 4 brands. Meet Master
Distillers and Ambassadors. Enjoy a sitdown, Bourbon-inspired gourmet dinner.
Live band with dancing. $175/person. Must
be 21. Ticket required. Black tie strongly
encouraged. Valet parking.
Bourbon, Cigars & Jazz™ | 7pm–12am
The Great Hall & Rotunda at My Old
Kentucky Home State Park (6), 501 E.
Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY —
Cigars from Little Bourbana. Bourbons
from Heaven Hill, Larceny, Evan Williams
and Elijah Craig. Evening begins with
delicious food and live jazz, followed by
dancing under the stars. Cocktail attire.
Must be 21. $100/person. Ticket required.
Barrels of Country Music Concert | 8pm
WhiskeyCraft Estate, 426 Sutherland Ln.,
Bardstown, KY — Independent Stave
Company presents a country music concert
featuring Jana Kramer and Montgomery
Gentry. Tickets required. Find out more at:
www.independentstavecompany.com.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Kentucky Bourbon Festival
Golf Tournament | 8am–1pm
Bardstown Country Club at Maywood (5),
130 Maywood Ave., Bardstown, KY —
Four-person scramble. Distillery and Open
divisions. Limited to first 144 players.
$125/person. Includes lunch and golf
shirt. Must be 21. Registration required.
Spirit 5K Run and Walk | 8:30am
Nelson County Civic Center (8), 321 S.
Third St., Bardstown, KY — The first leg
of the United Way Tri-County Trifecta.
All levels invited. $25/person. Register
at tricountykyuw.com or on-site on day of
event at 7:30. More info at 502.348.1891.
The Ancient Craft of Barrel Making
10am–4pm | Spalding Hall Lawn (1),
114 N. Fifth St., Bardstown, KY — Learn
about the historic craft of making
special oak barrels for aging Bourbon.
Demonstration by Coopers from
Independent Stave Company. Free.
Whiskey City Cruisers Vehicle Show
10am–10pm | City Hall (1), 220 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — View a variety of vehicles
on display from the area’s largest club. Free.
Kentucky Artists & Crafters, Kentucky
Proud, Distillery and Sponsor Booths,
Food Court | 10am–10pm
Spalding Hall & City Hall Lawns (1),
114 N. Fifth St., Bardstown, KY —
An outdoor marketplace filled with
merchandise from Kentucky distilleries
and festival sponsors. Also features juried
handmade goods from Kentucky artists
and crafters, food products by Kentucky
Proud vendors. Plus, a Food Court
featuring a variety of foods.
World Championship Bourbon
Barrel Relay™ | 11am–2pm
Recreation Department (1), 114 N. Fifth
St., Bardstown, KY — Watch adept, strong,
experienced competitors roll 500-lb.
Bourbon barrels in a race against time and
accuracy. Event sponsored by Independent
Stave Company. Free.
Spirit Garden™ | 12pm–12:30am
In front of City Hall (1), 220 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Serves a variety of
Kentucky Bourbons, cocktails and beer
to enjoy. Displays and music on the Great
Lawn. Entry with purchase of KBF 2016
lapel pin. Must be 21.
The Loft VIP Experience | 12–10pm
Spalding Hall (1), 114 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Relax in an exclusive
penthouse retreat that offers panoramic
views of the Great Lawn. Includes a private
bar with premium spirits and classic
Kentucky cuisine in the comfort of an
air-conditioned lounge, complete with
Wi-Fi access and private restroom. Visit
with Bourbon Dignitaries. $400/person.
Weeklong pass includes food, drink and
swag bag. Must be 21. Extremely limited
availability. Ticket required.
2016 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Exploring the Flavors of Bourbon
11am–1pm
My Old Kentucky Dinner Train Depot (13),
602 N. Third St., Bardstown, KY — Join
Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Chris
Morris, Woodford Chef-in-Residence Ouita
Michel and Executive Chef Jeff Sidebottom
of My Old Kentucky Dinner Train for a
special Woodford Reserve Bourbon tasting
and Kentucky Proud luncheon. Must be
21. $60/person. Ticket required.
Spirit Garden™ | 5pm–12:30am
In front of City Hall (1), 220 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Serves a variety of
Kentucky Bourbons, cocktails and beer
to enjoy. Displays and music on the Great
Lawn. Entry with purchase of KBF 2016
lapel pin. Must be 21.
Music on the Lawn | 5pm–12am
City Hall Lawn (1), 220 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Live music from local,
regional, and national-act bands. Friday
night headliner features The Independent
Staves. For complete lineup, visit
kybourbonfestival.com. Free.
Whiskey City Cruisers Vehicle Show
4–10pm | City Hall (1), 220 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — View a variety of vehicles
on display from the area’s largest club. Free.
Kentucky Artists & Crafters, Kentucky
Proud, Distillery and Sponsor Booths,
Food Court | 12–10pm
Spalding Hall & City Hall Lawns (1),
114 N. Fifth St., Bardstown, KY —
An outdoor marketplace filled with
merchandise from Kentucky distilleries
and festival sponsors. Also features juried
handmade goods from Kentucky artists
and crafters, food products by Kentucky
Proud vendors. Plus, a Food Court
featuring a variety of foods.
Sip & Savor in the Spirit of Old Kentucky™
1–3pm | General Nelson Inn (2), 411 W.
Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY – Join
Chef David Domine for a Bourbon and food
pairing experience. Learn about Bourbon
and food course pairings. $60/person.
Must be 21. Ticket required.
Any Way She Likes It | 1–3pm
My Old Kentucky Dinner Train Depot (13),
602 N. Third St., Bardstown, KY — Susan
Reigler, Bourbon author, President of the
Bourbon Women Association, and Executive
Bourbon Steward, describes how to pair
food and Bourbon based upon the spirit’s
different aromas and flavors. Hors d’oeuvres
& Bourbon served. $60/person. Must be 21.
Ticket required.
The Loft VIP Experience | 12–10pm
Spalding Hall (1), 114 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Relax in an exclusive
penthouse retreat that offers panoramic
views of the Great Lawn. Includes a
private bar with premium spirits and
classic Kentucky cuisine in the comfort of
an air-conditioned lounge, complete with
Wi-Fi access and private restroom. Visit
with Bourbon Dignitaries. $400/person.
Weeklong pass includes food, drink and
swag bag. Must be 21. Extremely limited
availability. Ticket required.
The Loft VIP Experience | 12–10pm
Spalding Hall (2), 114 N. Fifth St.,
Bardstown, KY — Relax in an exclusive
penthouse retreat that offers panoramic
views of the Great Lawn. Includes a
private bar with premium spirits and
classic Kentucky cuisine in the comfort of
an air-conditioned lounge, complete with
Wi-Fi access and private restroom. Visit
with Bourbon Dignitaries. $400/person.
Weeklong pass includes food, drink and
swag bag. Must be 21. Extremely limited
availability. Ticket required.
Half Pint of Whiskey History
with a Shot of Humor | 12–2:30pm
Wickland, Home of Three Governors (12),
550 Bloomfield Rd., Bardstown, KY — Local
historian Dixie Hibbs and visiting experts
share tales of the history of Kentucky
Bourbon-making, legal or otherwise.
No tale untold, no barrel left untapped.
Limited seating. $25/person. Includes
lunch. For reservations, call 502.507.0808.
Bourbon Cocktail Mixology™ | 2–4pm
General Nelson Inn (2), 411 W. Stephen
Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY — Sample
Kentucky Bourbon-based cocktails
created by the “Bad Girl of Bourbon” Joy
Perrine. Learn which ingredients bring out
Bourbon’s complex flavors. Includes free
copy of Kentucky Bourbon Cocktail Book.
Must be 21. $60/person. Ticket required.
Boots and Bourbon™ | 7–11pm
Guthrie Opportunity Center (10), 900
Nutter Dr., Bardstown, KY — Dance to live
music, chow down on fantastic food, and
ride the Buffalo. Hosted by Buffalo Trace.
$60/person. Must be 21. Ticket required.
Culinary Art: Bourbon-Style
Cooking School™ | 7–9:30pm
Kreso’s Theater (14), 218 N. Third St.,
Bardstown, KY — Chef John Varanese from
Varanese Restaurant in Louisville will host
and serve fine cuisine prepared with Jim
Beam Bourbons. $75/person. Must be 21.
Ticket required.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
Let’s Talk Bourbon™ | 9:30am–1:30pm
Four Roses Distillery, 1224 Bonds Mill
Rd., Lawrenceburg, KY — Hosted by Four
Roses Master Distiller and/or Brand
Ambassador, this seminar examines the
history and process of making Kentucky
Bourbon. $40/person. Includes distillery
tour and breakfast buffet. Must be 21.
Ticket required.
Bourbon, Cigars & Jazz VIP Experience™
5:30–7pm | My Old Kentucky Home
State Park (6), 501 E. Stephen Foster
Ave., Bardstown, KY – Enjoy rare-bottle
tastings and conversations with Heaven
Hill Master Distillers in the tasting room
at the Bourbon Heritage Center. Includes
shuttle from park to the Bourbon Heritage
Center, expedited entry and reserved
seating at main Bourbon, Cigars & Jazz
event. Cocktail attire. Must be 21. $200/
person. Ticket required.
Order Event Tickets
Go to kybourbonfestival.com.
Event Registration Forms
Registration forms for individual events may
be found at kybourbonfestival.com.
General Festival Information
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Kentucky Bourbon Festival Headquarters
One Court Square, Bardstown, KY 40004
800.638.4877
502.348.3623, Ext. 5
KyBourbonFestival.com
info@KyBourbonFestival.com
Get your 2016 pin at
the Spirit Garden or at
kybourbonfestival.com
Event catering provided by Ladyfingers Catering.
The Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2016 Brochure is sponsored by:
Publishers Printing Company
Paid in part by the Kentucky Department of Travel & Tourism
September 12-18, 2016
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