Mix your own Belle Meade bourbon cocktail in a brisk, hands-on session led by a certified Bourbon Steward. Learn flavor-building techniques, leave with branded glassware and a recipe card, and finish with a quick stroll of historic grounds.
Mix your own Belle Meade bourbon cocktail in a brisk, hands-on session led by a certified Bourbon Steward. Learn flavor-building techniques, leave with branded glassware and a recipe card, and finish with a quick stroll of historic grounds.
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Operated by Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery · Nashville, Tennessee
You step into the Ice House at Belle Meade with the scent of charred oak and citrus hanging in the air—wood floors underfoot, light filtering through high windows, and a line of glassware waiting like a small fleet. A certified Bourbon Steward greets the group and sets out seasonal juices, house-made syrups, and a rack of bitters; the room hums with quiet concentration and the occasional clink of ice.
easy.
30 minutes.
No special fitness required; participants should be able to stand for short periods.
The session runs about 30 minutes and includes hands-on mixing, a final cocktail in Belle Meade glassware, and a take-home recipe card.
This experience involves alcohol and is for adults only; participants must present valid photo ID. Infants in strollers may be on the grounds but cannot take part.
Yes—Belle Meade’s Visitor Center and Ice House are wheelchair accessible; notify staff of accommodations when booking for assistance.
Contact the operator ahead of your booking to discuss dietary needs or non-alcoholic alternatives; the Steward may be able to adapt garnishes or mixers.
Belle Meade began as a 19th-century plantation and became known for its thoroughbred horse breeding; the mansion and grounds preserve that equestrian and agricultural heritage.
The site is managed as a historic property—stay on marked paths, avoid disturbing plantings, and support preservation by following site rules and purchasing official merchandise or tours.
Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




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