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Fall Bourbon Trail Trip - September 4-6, 2025
Sep 4 - 6, 2025
The Bourbon Trail offers an exciting adventure through Kentucky’s iconic bourbon country. Together, we will visit renowned distilleries like J. Mattingly, Woodford Reserve, Castle and Key and Whiskey Thief, where expert guides will walk you through the rich history and distillation process. With group tastings, we'll have the opportunity to sample a range of bourbons, exploring their unique flavors and styles. Whether you're a bourbon enthusiast or just looking for a fun experience, this group tour promises a memorable and educational journey.
Itinerary for bourbon trail tour
September 4-6, 2025
* 28 spots available (Reserve your spot early)
* Add each traveler on the form*
Transportation from your home to Louisville is on your own*
$150 per person to reserve a spot * $100 for transportation; $50 planning fee (non-refundable)
Payable through Venmo @Penny-Knott
If 28 spots are not filled the price per person will increase)
Block of rooms available at The Cambria Hotel - approx. $200/night
**If you cancel after June 1, 2025, you will forfeit all monies paid**
See Itinerary below
Itinerary
Travel on your own to Lousivlle
Thu, Sep 4: September 4, 2025
Fri, Sep 5: September 5, 2025
Full Itinerary
Itinerary
September 4, 2025 - Travel on your own to Louisville KY - Cambria Hotel
September 5, 2025
7:30am - pickup at hotel
- 1st Stop - J. Mattingly
- 2nd Stop - Woodford Reserve
- 3rd Stop - Lunch at Goodwood Brewing
- 4th Stop - Castle and Key
- 5th Stop - Whiskey Thief
6:00pm - Return to hotel
Ok here are the options - prices are per person and I need your selections and money by Friday, June 6th!
@penny-knott (Venmo)
J. Mattingly
1) $25 tasting
from bottles available in the gift shop
(Taste our seven (7) different bourbons and ryes. Be ready to taste our favorite J. Mattingly 1845 Bourbon releases.)
2) $45 single 7-barrel tasting
**We are getting a discount**
(Get a first-hand look and taste of J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery’s unique double-staved™ crafting process. Visitors can enjoy
this behind-the-scenes tasting experience for $55, with an opportunity to purchase a customizable bottle of single-barrel whiskey for $120. Limited seating, reservations are encouragedCastle & Key
3)Any expenses here are on your own
Woodford Reserve
4) $40 tour
Whiskey Thief
5) $40 5-barrel tasting
Lunch will now be at Goodwood Brewing
We will have a menu ahead of time to make selections and order will be placed 2 days ahead.
Itinerary (tentative times):
7:30 – Pickup at Cambria
9:00 – J. Mattingly
11:00 – Lunch at Goodwood
12:00 – Castle & Key
1:00 – Woodford
3:00 – Whiskey Thief
5:30 – Drop off at Cambria
Attendees
Penny Knott - travel agent and host
Gary Host - co-host and bourbon connoisseur
Karen Bussone
Terry Munday
Steve Munday
Shirley Maurice
Susie Wunder
Jim Wunder
Penny White
Bill Sondag
Yolanda Coram
Michael Nicholason
