Sure, the southern state of Kentucky is known for its natural beauty – think Appalachian mountains to the east, plus rolling hills of horse country and limestone caves – and then you reach Lexington, a thrumming, vibrant city known for its indy bourbon distilleries, bluegrass bars, street art and seriously cool hotels.
Lexington, Kentucky: tradition meets trendsetting in the heart of the South Kick off your Kentucky adventure in Lexington, a vibrant hub of indie bourbon distilleries, street art and bluegrass bars that set the tone for an unforgettable journey.
Fresh Bourbon is run by Tia Edwards, the first African-American woman since slavery to distill bourbon in Kentucky.
Kentucky is famed for its horses, and while the Kentucky Derby deserves its spotlight, watching world-class thoroughbreds race at Keeneland is arguably just as epic.
Down the road, Justin’s House of Bourbon has the largest collection of vintage and rare bourbon in the state.