Discover Michter’s Legacy Tour: Exclusive Whiskey Experience in Louisville, Kentucky
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Basic mobility required for walking and standing during the tour
Overview
Step inside Michter’s Distillery in Louisville for the Legacy Tour: a 2-hour immersive journey led by senior distillers featuring rare whiskey tastings, barrel filling, and a commemorative gift. Discover why this is a must-book bourbon experience.
Legacy Tour
$100 per person | 2 hours
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About This Adventure
Experience the exclusive Legacy Tour at Michter's, where you'll gain insider knowledge from senior distillers. Explore the distillation process, sample unique cuts, and fill a barrel. Conclude with a tasting of rare whiskeys, including limited editions, and receive a special commemorative gift. Book in advance for this unforgettable journey.
Legacy Tour
Duration
2 hours
About
Offered once per month, the Legacy Tour is an exclusive in-depth educational distillery experience led by one of the senior members of Michter's team. There will be an opportunity for you to delve into the process of distilling on the legendary Michter's Pennsylvania pot still system. You will have the chance to nose samples of the heads cuts, hearts cuts and tails cuts from the stills and learn what characteristics our distillers look for in our distillate. Each guest will participate in the filling of a barrel and will learn more about Michter’s approach to filtration. You will conclude your tour by tasting a very special selection of Michter's whiskeys, including some of our rarest expressions. You will also receive a special gift to commemorate your visit.
Legacy Tours must be booked in advance.
Among the 7 spirits you will taste will be:
- Michter's US*1 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon
- Michter's 10 Year Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon
- Michter's 10 Year Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Rye
- Shenk’s Homestead or Bomberger’s Declaration
- Michter's 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon OR Michter's 25 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Whiskeys included in each tasting are subject to availability
What to Bring
Please bring a photo ID.
Guests under 21 are welcome on the tour. They must be accompanied by an adult and they may not consume alcohol. Underage guests are not permitted to sit at the tasting table or the bar.
Underage guests are not permitted to sit at the tasting table.
Adventure Tips
Book Ahead
Reservations are required for the Legacy Tour to ensure a spot with limited group sizes.
Age Restriction
Participants must be 21+ as this is an adult-focused whiskey tasting experience.
Arrive On Time
Tours start promptly—plan to arrive 10 minutes early to check in and maximize your experience.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Expect to stand and walk short distances inside the distillery during the 2-hour tour.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban wildlife such as peregrine falcons nesting on downtown skyscrapers.
- Seasonal migratory songbirds found near the Ohio River waterfront.
History
Louisville's Whiskey Row dates back to the 19th century and is central to Kentucky's bourbon boom.
Conservation
Michter's practices sustainable sourcing and water conservation to minimize environmental impact during production.
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Recommended Gear
Valid ID
Required to verify legal drinking age for tasting sessions.
Comfortable shoes
For standing and walking during the tour inside the distillery.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated before and after tasting sessions.
Notebook or phone
To jot down tasting notes or interesting facts during the tour.