While in Kentucky, decided to drop in at Buffalo T...

While in Kentucky, decided to drop in at Buffalo Trace Distillery and take a tour. It s easily accessible and just minutes off I-64 in Frankfort. We took the basic tour, which like all the tours, lasts about an hour and includes a tasting afterward.

We had Jeff as our guide. He was incredible! He did a wonderful job of weaving the development of the region with the history of bourbon making. He also described well how various aspects of bourbon making the mash bill, fermentation, distillation and aging affect the flavor profile of the product. He was proud to point out that Buffalo Trace is the oldest continuously operating bourbon distillery in Kentucky. The distillery is a designated National Historic Site. It has many old, historic buildings as well as new ones. In fact, a new barrel house was under construction at the time we took our tour.

I knew some about bourbon making, but I learned a lot more on this tour. If you re in the Frankfort region and want to take distillery tour, seriously consider Buffalo Trace. All tours are free of charge including the more involved tours. Check on-line to see what tours are available and when.