Single-barrel tastings, founder-led tours, and hands-on cocktail sessions at Uncle Boojie's Distilling Co.
Six signature bourbon experiences — from single barrel tastings to private dinners.
others · Louisville
Taste Kentucky Straight Bourbon straight from the cask and bottle your own keepsake at Uncle Boojie's Disillery Co. This 30-minute Single Barrel Sensory Tour delivers raw flavor, family stories, and a hands-on bottling option — ideal for short stops on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.
Uncle Boojie's Distilling Co. is a craft distillery and tour operator located in Louisville, Kentucky that focuses on authentic Kentucky bourbon experiences. The business offers a curated range of guided tastings, private tours, and hands-on cocktail sessions that highlight single barrel whiskey and southern hospitality.
Visitors can choose from six signature experiences: the Single Barrel Sensory Tour, Breakfast with the Founder, Private Porch Lunch with the Founder, Close Up Shop with the Founder, Shakers & Thieves, and the Private Single Barrel Experience.
Guided by founder Steve Smith and experienced staff, Uncle Boojie's combines storytelling, tasting technique, and memorable keepsakes such as bottled single-barrel pourings and commemorative glasses. The distillery emphasizes direct engagement—guests sample multiple single barrels, learn about flavor profiles, and participate in cocktail crafting during select sessions. Several experiences feature intimate settings with personal stories from the founder; one includes a ceremonial barrel burn to close the evening.
Uncle Boojie's Distilling Co. operates in Louisville's bourbon landscape, offering short-format and longer private experiences suitable for enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Each tour includes curated pours and clear explanations of tasting notes. Private bookings accommodate small groups and include food pairings on specified experiences. The distillery's offerings provide both educational context and sensory enjoyment for guests seeking an authentic taste of Kentucky bourbon tradition.
Select experiences include cocktails: the Single Barrel Sensory Tour includes curated cocktail; Breakfast with the Founder serves bacon biscuits and bourbon-glazed donuts; Private Porch Lunch includes keepsake glass. Shakers & Thieves is led by bartender Dante Wheat.
In Kentucky bourbon country
Single-barrel and private tours
Founder-led tastings and stories
Leads Shakers & Thieves sessions
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The operator provides clear meeting points, departure times, and destination coordinates for all outings.
Personal flotation devices, emergency protocols, equipment checks, and paddling orientations are provided before departure.
Recommended layering, water shoes, sunscreen, and dry bags are detailed in each experience guide.
Guides share rich knowledge of regional flora, fauna, scenic landmarks, and river navigation.
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Uncle Boojie's Distilling Co. offers a variety of guided outdoor excursions, scenic routes, rentals, and custom itineraries tailored for families, couples, and adventure enthusiasts.
Yes. Most trips feature comprehensive safety orientations, equipment fittings, and calm routes suited for first-time adventurers. Check the details on individual experience guides for specific age and skill requirements.
Standard safety equipment (such as certified life vests and essential gear) is supplied for each booking. Detailed checklists regarding weather-appropriate attire and personal items are provided prior to departure.
Book a Single Barrel Sensory Tour, founder-led breakfast, or private evening — limited spots for intimate sessions.
others · Louisville
Start your day in Bourbon Country with a private breakfast and single-barrel tasting led by founder Steve Smith. This 90-minute group experience pairs classic Kentucky breakfast fare with four curated barrel tasters and a keepsake glass.
others · Louisville
Spend 90 minutes on Uncle Boojie’s porch with founder Steve Smith for a boxed Kentucky lunch, storytelling, and a private tasting of four single barrels. This intimate, small-group experience pairs regional whiskey lore with hands-on tasting and an optional bottle signing.
others · Louisville
Close an evening in Kentucky’s bourbon country with founder Steve Smith at Uncle Boojie's. Enjoy a handcrafted cocktail, Boojie’s dessert, and a guided tasting of four single barrels in a private, 90-minute session.
others · Louisville
Taste four whiskies straight from the barrel and then learn to craft Boojie cocktails with award‑winning bartender Dante Wheat. This private 90‑minute masterclass at Uncle Boojie's Disillery Co. is a deep, hands‑on look at how oak, char, and proof create flavor.
others · Louisville
An intimate, founder-hosted evening at Uncle Boojie’s Disillery Co.: cocktails, a private southern dinner, guided tastings of up to five barrels, and a dramatic barrel burn under the Kentucky sky. Reserve this four-hour, 21+ experience to choose your own cask and take home custom-labeled bottles.
“Every outing is organized with local river knowledge, basic safety instruction, and equipment checks before departure.”
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