Bardstown Bourbon Company

In a town where bourbon history runs as deep as limestone springs, Bardstown Bourbon Company stands as proof that innovation can honor tradition without being bound by it. This modern Kentucky distillery has earned recognition not for following the well-worn path, but for charting new territory in American whiskey through collaboration, experimentation, and an unyielding commitment to pushing boundaries.

History & Heritage

Bardstown Bourbon Company operates from a state-of-the-art facility in Bardstown, Kentucky, the self-proclaimed bourbon capital of the world. The distillery features distinctive glass rickhouses that represent a departure from traditional aging environments. Beyond producing their own expressions, they offer custom contract distilling services through Lofted Spirits, providing full-service solutions from mashbill design to bottling for other brands.

The Whiskey

The distillery's portfolio spans five distinct series, each exploring different aspects of whiskey craftsmanship. The Origin Series showcases four 6-year-old, 100% estate-distilled expressions, while the Discovery Series celebrates the art of blending. Their Collaborative Series features unique barrel finishes developed with industry partners, the Single Barrel collection demonstrates innovative aging techniques, and the Distillery Reserve explores rare and experimental cask finishes. This approach reflects their philosophy of combining time-tested methods with cutting-edge techniques.

Why It Matters

Whiskey Advocate has named Bardstown Bourbon Company's expressions "Most Interesting Whiskey" four consecutive times, a testament to their consistent innovation. The distillery earned Double Gold at both the 2025 and 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and was named "Worldwide top rated 2023 International Wine Spirit Competition producer of the year." For those who appreciate good whiskey, Bardstown Bourbon Company represents the future of American whiskey: respectful of tradition, unafraid of innovation, and committed to collaborative excellence.