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Taste Lexington’s industrial past and present on a 3-hour Distillery District walking tour. Sample bourbon, cider, and local plates while guides trace the Pepper distillery’s history and the limestone geology that shaped the city.
Taste Lexington’s industrial past and present on a 3-hour Distillery District walking tour. Sample bourbon, cider, and local plates while guides trace the Pepper distillery’s history and the limestone geology that shaped the city.
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You step into the Distillery District and the city rearranges itself around scent and story: limestone-filtered bourbon, hot savory plates, and the low rush of Town Branch Creek daring you to look closer. The tour threads through the revitalized James E. Pepper property, where brick warehouses and copper stills stand like chapters in a long, gritty book of local industry.
easy.
3 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires standing and short walks between tasting stops.
Yes—three beverages are included (bourbon, cider or cocktail options) as part of the tour’s tastings.
Yes, the Distillery District route and facilities noted are wheelchair accessible; contact the operator for specific assistance needs.
About 3 hours total with short walks between stations on mostly paved surfaces and brief standing periods for tastings.
Most venues have additional items for purchase, including bottles or snacks; bring card or small cash for extras.
Lexington’s Distillery District centers on the James E. Pepper Distillery, established in the late 1800s; the site’s revival reflects the city’s bourbon resurgence and adaptive reuse of industrial buildings.
The district emphasizes local sourcing and small-batch producers; visitors can support sustainability by minimizing single-use plastics and following leave-no-trace practices in shared outdoor areas.
Bites of the Bluegrass operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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