BYOB has a new meaning on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail (KBT). Now visitors will have a chance to “Build Your Own Bourbon Trail” through an online “streamlined planning experience.” The new trip builder is made possible by the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, which founded the KBT in 1999.
“After visitors determine which part of Kentucky will be their home base, they’ll now be able to find and explore the many experiences just around the corner,” said Dee Ford, who is Chair of the KBT Advisory Group, Angel’s Envy Brand Home General Manager, and a member of the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame®.
“Our new trip builder tool takes into account what’s important for our visitors, including the excitement of discovering that next hidden gem,” Ford said.
"Millions of people from all over the world are making the pilgrimage to Kentucky each year to immerse themselves in the art, science and craft of America's only native spirit. But as we've grown to a record 68 Bourbon Trail™ destinations, we get a lot of questions about where and how to start planning the trip. This interactive tool will make planning fun and easy to manage and share, while highlighting the beautiful countryside of our beloved Commonwealth.”
Build Your Own Bourbon Trail
Puts all the planning essentials in one place so visitors can easily find distilleries, tasting rooms and many other partner experiences.
Guests can curate personalized itineraries, save their plans and conveniently share their trip with friends, family and travel companions.
There are now KBT experiences in 35 of the Commonwealth’s 120 counties, from rural, historic and craft distilleries to modern tasting rooms in Kentucky’s urban core, with Official Gateway partners in Louisville, Lexington, Bardstown, and Northern Kentucky.
Bourbon is one of Kentucky’s most treasured signature industries, generating $10.6 billion in economic impact every year, supporting 24,000 workers with $2 billion in salaries and benefits, and pouring more than $370 million into local and state taxes. Source: KDA
Source: Kentucky Distillers’ Association
About the Kentucky Distillers' Association
(From the organization) Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers' Association is the Worldwide Voice of Bourbon™. Its diverse and growing membership produces the overwhelming majority of the world's Bourbon, from historic, global brands to emerging micro distilleries that are fostering the next generation of the Commonwealth's timeless craft. Kentucky Bourbon is a $10.6 billion economic engine generating nearly 24,000 jobs. A 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, the KDA maintains an open membership policy, champions a strong commitment to the responsible and moderate consumption of spirits, and fights to curb underage drinking and drunk driving. Learn more at www.kybourbon.com and www.kybourbontrail.com.
