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Take a private distillery tour in Newport, Kentucky, and enjoy a curated bourbon tasting experience with Cincy Brew Bus. Discover the art and history behind America’s favorite spirit while visiting top local distilleries.
Take a private distillery tour in Newport, Kentucky, and enjoy a curated bourbon tasting experience with Cincy Brew Bus. Discover the art and history behind America’s favorite spirit while visiting top local distilleries.
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Operated by Cincy Brew Bus · Newport, Kentucky
Experience the rich heritage and craft of bourbon with Cincy Brew Bus on a private distillery tour in Newport, Kentucky. This tour offers an educational and immersive experience, taking you to renowned distilleries such as New Riff or Boone County and Second Sight Spirits. Learn about bourbon’s history, the distillation process, and the unique factors that shape its flavor. The experience culminates with a curated tasting session where you can savor a flight of carefully selected bourbons at Bourbon Haus 1841 or Littlefield. Whether you’re a bourbon novice or a seasoned connoisseur, this tour offers a relaxed, friendly atmosphere perfect for enjoying Kentucky’s premier spirit. With knowledgeable guides and comfortable transport, it’s an effortless way to explore the region’s bourbon culture while sampling some of the best bourbon the area has to offer. Get insights into the craftsmanship behind each pour and discover why Kentucky remains a top destination for bourbon lovers worldwide.
easy.
3–4 hours.
Suitable for individuals with average mobility; mostly seated with light walking on flat surfaces.
Yes, Cincy Brew Bus provides comfortable transportation between distilleries as part of the tour.
Absolutely! The tastings are designed to cater to all levels, from newcomers to bourbon aficionados.
Yes, most distilleries and tasting rooms offer bottles and merchandise available for purchase.
Tours operate throughout the year, with some seasonal adjustments for holidays and weather.
Participants must be 21 years or older to join the bourbon tasting tour.
Some stops may offer light snacks or food options; check with the tour provider for current offerings.
Newport, Kentucky, has a deep-rooted history in bourbon production and was a key area in the development of the American whiskey industry.
Several local distilleries participate in sustainability efforts, including water recycling and responsible sourcing of grains.
Cincy Brew Bus operates guided tasting tours based in Newport, Kentucky, offering curated transportation to breweries, distilleries, and wineries in the Cincinnati region. The company runs a variety of themed experiences including bourbon distillery tours and tastings, multi-stop craft brewery tours, historic brewing heritage routes with underground lagering cellars, combined bourbon-beer-wine visits, and urban wine tasting excursions. Each tour includes transportation between venues, guided commentary about local brewing and distilling practices, and tasting sessions at participating stops. Typical itineraries visit multiple locations—often three stops per outing—and may include souvenir items such as a glass from participating breweries. Tour highlights include visits to New Riff or Boone County distilleries, Second Sight Spirits, Bourbon Haus 1841, Littlefield, Skeleton Root, Revel OTR Winery, and EMMA Wine Bar, depending on the selected itinerary. Cincy Brew Bus emphasizes education and accessibility by pairing behind-the-scenes access with tasting portions, light snacks on certain routes, and trivia-driven guides. The mix of historical context, modern craft brewing, and curated tastings is designed to serve both visitors and local enthusiasts. Reservations are required for most experiences and tours are structured to provide a safe, convenient way to sample multiple beverage producers in a single outing. Operating from Newport, Kentucky, Cincy Brew Bus connects guests to Cincinnati’s long brewing heritage and a growing craft beverage scene. Many itineraries allow guests to sample curated bourbon flights or beer flights, and some stops offer guided distillery tours that explain mash bills, aging, and bottling. Groups book these experiences for convenient guided outings.
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