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My Old Kentucky Dinner Train (also known as “The Bourbon Train”) has opened its doors to join in the Bourbon Fest like never before. Go beyond the plate and fork this year to allow never-before-released bourbons to tickle your taste buds in our flight tours. Get up close and personal with the trade secrets of mixing the perfect bourbon cocktail. Satisfy your sweet tooth as a pastry chef introduces you to the inner workings of Kentucky’s most beloved confection. You can even lean in close to a master distiller as they walk you and a small group through an elite top-shelf flight presented on charred white oak and cold hard steel.
- Flight Tours
- Elite Flight Tours
- Mixology Class
- Bourbon Ball Classes
A unique bourbon flight experience in an unforgettable setting
Enjoy the beauty, history and rich flavors of Bardstown bourbon in a location unlike any other. Sit town in our 1860s remodeled train depot as a seasoned bourbon bartender guides you through an exclusive bourbon pairing released for only this tour. Two limited R. J. Corman custom-crafted bourbons are specially paired with two Bardstown favorites hailing from Heaven Hill to create the perfect flight. Presented on a hand-crafted presenter where stave meets rail, it’s guaranteed to be a bourbon experience like you’ve never had before.
Next, move over to the Depot’s newly renovated bar to sample the two front running cocktails competing to win the title of “The Bardstown” cocktail.
Tickets Include:
- 45 minute flight tour
- Unique bourbon flight with 2 limited R. J. Corman custom crafted bourbons paired with 2 Bardstown favorites
- Intimate experience with limited seating
- Exclusive voting on “The Bardstown” cocktails
An intimate bourbon experience with a master distiller in the most unique setting
Spend a relaxing and informative 45 minutes as a master distiller guides you through the story and ideal tasting experience of 4 top shelf Heaven Hill bourbons reserved for only this flight. Sip, relax, ask questions, and enjoy access to a master distiller and premiere tasting in a setting that feels all your own.
Next, move over to the Depot’s newly renovated bar to sample the two front running cocktails competing to win the title of “The Bardstown” cocktail.
Tickets Include:
- 45 minute flight tour with master distiller
- Elite bourbon flight with 4 top shelf bourbons
- Intimate experience with limited seating
- Exclusive voting on “The Bardstown” cocktails
Try your hand at bartending as a seasoned barkeep shows you tricks of the trade.
Roll up your sleeves with one of our favorite bartenders as they show you the trade secrets of crafting the perfect bourbon cocktail. Let them guide you step-by-step through the creation of different bourbon libations and the backstory that makes them so special.
Next, move over to the Depot’s newly renovated bar to sample the two front running cocktails competing to win the title of “The Bardstown” cocktail.
Tickets Include:
- 45 minute class with professional bartender
- Cocktail creation and sampling
- Intimate experience with limited seating
- Exclusive voting on “The Bardstown” cocktails
Blend your passion for bourbon and chocolate as a pastry chef teaches you the art of bourbon ball.
Join our in-house pastry chef as they walk you through the art of creating three different styles of the timeless Kentucky confession. Enjoy the private setting of cooking in our 1860’s Depot building while our chef guides you through crafting our favorite version of these southern delicacies.
Next, move over to the Depot’s newly renovated bar to sample the two front running cocktails competing to win the title of “The Bardstown” cocktail.
Tickets Include:
- 45 minute class with pastry chef
- Creation of 3 styles of bourbon balls
- Intimate experience with limited seating
- Exclusive voting on “The Bardstown” cocktails