Barrel Notes: The Bardstown Bourbon Company Blog

Your inside look at the art, innovation, and passion behind our award-winning whiskeys. From Double Gold blends to unique barrel finishes and estate-distilled expressions, discover the craft and character that define Bardstown Bourbon Company.

Bold new packaging. Same boundary-pushing bourbon.

As Bardstown Bourbon Company continues to grow across the country, we’ve taken time to listen to those who matter most…our customers. And what we’ve heard is clear: while the …

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Elegant Bardstown Bourbon cocktails served with cherries and gold bar tools against a warm autumn backdrop.

The Old Fashioned: Bourbon, Undiluted

The Old Fashioned is a lesson in restraint, where great bourbon takes the lead and every element serves a purpose. Explore how Bardstown Bourbon Company’s ...
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The Manhattan Cocktail: Bourbon Takes the Lead

Discover how bourbon takes center stage in a timeless Manhattan, where simple ingredients let great whiskey shine. Explore how Bardstown Bourbon expressions can transform a ...
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Ferrand Excites Whisky Advocate

Bardstown Bourbon Company is proud to share that our Ferrand II Collaboration has been named the #11 Most Exciting Whisky of 2025 by ...
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Bartender pouring a Bardstown Bourbon Old Fashioned from a mixing glass into a rocks glass at the bar.

How to Drink Bourbon Whiskey: A Complete Beginner’s Guide

Discover bourbon the way it was meant to be enjoyed - with clarity, confidence, and curiosity. From tasting basics to choosing the perfect pour, this ...
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Two people in lab coats sampling whiskey at a Bardstown Bourbon blending experience inside a modern tasting room.

How Bardstown Bourbon Company Elevates the Kentucky Mule Recipe

A Kentucky Mule is simple by design-but in the hands of Bardstown Bourbon Company, it becomes a masterclass in whiskey-first flavor. Discover how each Bardstown ...
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Raising the Standard

At Bardstown Bourbon Company, every whiskey we create is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and exploration. We’re honored to share that ...
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Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series bottle with poured glasses, dried orange slices, and a gold spoon on a white tile surface.

How to Make the Perfect Old Fashioned with Bardstown Bourbon Company

Discover the timeless elegance of the Old Fashioned with Bardstown Bourbon Company’s signature expressions-each bottle offering a unique twist on this classic cocktail. From rich ...
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Bourbon tasting flight with cereal pairings at Bardstown Bourbon Company tasting bar.

Why a Visit to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Should Start in Bardstown

Discover bourbon where tradition meets innovation at Bardstown Bourbon Company - the heart of Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail. From hands-on blending experiences to chef-driven dining and ...
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Four Bardstown Bourbon bottles lined up with a glass pour, distillery buildings in the background under the blue sky.

Bourbon vs. Rye: What Sets Them Apart

Bourbon and rye may share a birthplace, but their bold differences in grain and flavor set them worlds apart. Discover how Bardstown Bourbon Company redefines ...
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