Story by G. Clay Whittaker
Day Three (Departure Day)
Day Three is going to be a rough one, if only because your time in Bardstown is coming to an end. Rather than trying to cram a ton of activities into a half day, take this time to enjoy the last few hours with your crew and admire the town around you.
For breakfast, hit up Pat’s Place if you have time for a country-cooked meal. They’re known for their killer breakfast food, simplicity, and great service.
If you’re trying to visit one more distillery before you hit the road, we suggest you make Willet Distillery your last stop. There, the picturesque Kentucky countryside will be perfect for a final group photo and you’ll taste both historic and experimental Bourbons straight from the source.
Additionally, anyone who still has space in their luggage will want to roll the dice with whatever Bourbon Willett has on sale that day. Worst case scenario, you’ll get a tasty bottle of 3-year-old rye, but you might strike gold and catch an ultra-rare bottle with 25-years under its belt. Bite the bullet and pony up whatever they’re charging, because just like the weekend you’ll be leaving behind, a rare Willett Bourbon is an experience to remember.
Distilleries
Heaven Hill Distillery & Bourbon Heritage Center
1311 Gilkey Run Rd, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 337-1000
Maker’s Mark Distillery
3350 Burks Spring Rd, Loretto, KY 40037
(270) 865-2881
Willett Distillery
1869 Loretto Road Bardstown, Kentucky 40004
(502) 348-0899
Barton 1792 Distillery
300 Barton Rd, Bardstown, KY 40004
(866) 239-4690
Late Night
The Rickhouse Restaurant & Lounge
112 Xavier Drive Bardstown KY 40004
(502) 348-2832
Kentucky Bourbon Marketplace
110 W Flaget St, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 348-8611
Bunghole
714 N 3rd St, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 350-1010
Moses Black Bourbon Tavern
131 N 3rd St, Bardstown KY 40044
Where to Stay
Bourbon Manor
714 N 3rd St, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 350-1010
The Talbott Inn
101 W Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 348-3494
Mary May BnB at Kentucky Bourbon Marketplace
110 W Flaget St, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 348-8611
The Bourbon Barrel Loft
Main Street, Bardstown KY 40004
Where to Eat and Drink
Bullitt’s Winery & Bistro
126 N 3rd St, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 595-8879
Old Talbott Tavern
101 W Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 348-3494
Hadorn’s Bakery
118 W Flaget St, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 348-4407
Harrison-Smith House
103 E Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 233-9993
Pat’s Place
125 N 3rd St, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 348-0010
Boone’s Butcher Shop
100 Old Bloomfield Pike, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 348-3668
What to Do (Besides Visit Distilleries)
Oscar Getz Whiskey Museum
114 N 5th St, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 348-2999
Bardstown Country Club
130 Maywood Ave, Bardstown, KY 40004
(502) 348-6600
