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Evan Williams Distillery Tour – Louisville, Kentucky

Evan williams distillery tour with bourbon town tours: a deep dive into kentucky’s bourbon legacy.

The Evan Williams Distillery Tour, a flagship experience offered by Bourbon Town Tours, provides a comprehensive exploration of one of Kentucky’s most celebrated bourbon brands.

In the rich landscape of Kentucky’s bourbon heritage, the Evan Williams Distillery Tour stands out as a journey into the history and craft of one of America’s oldest bourbon brands. Bourbon Town Tours, renowned for their exceptional bourbon experiences, takes visitors on an immersive tour of the Evan Williams Distillery, offering a unique blend of historical narrative and modern bourbon production.

The Evan Williams Distillery Tour Experience

Those who join the Evan Williams Distillery Tour are welcomed into a world where tradition meets innovation. The tour begins with an engaging overview of the storied past of Evan Williams, tracing its roots back to its founder, considered by many to be Kentucky’s first distiller, and outlining the brand’s evolution over the years.

Exploring Bourbon Production at Evan Williams

A significant component of the Evan Williams Distillery Tour is the in-depth look at the bourbon production process. Participants observe each step in creating Evan Williams’ renowned bourbon, from the selection of grains and mashing to fermentation, distillation, and aging. The tour offers a detailed understanding of the meticulous care that goes into every bottle of Evan Williams bourbon.

Tasting Sessions: Savoring the Distinctive Flavors

The highlight for many on the tour is the tasting session. Guests have the opportunity to sample various expressions of Evan Williams bourbon, gaining insights into the distinct flavor profiles and aging processes that define the brand. These sessions, led by knowledgeable Bourbon Town Tours guides, provide a sensory exploration of bourbon tasting.

Evan Williams’ Impact on Kentucky’s Bourbon Tradition

As part of Bourbon Town Tours, the Evan Williams Distillery Tour emphasizes the distillery’s integral role in shaping Kentucky’s bourbon tradition. The tour delves into how Evan Williams has upheld time-honored bourbon-making practices while adapting to the evolving tastes and technologies of modern times.

Sustainability and Modern Practices at Evan Williams

The tour also highlights Evan Williams Distillery’s commitment to sustainability and modern distilling practices. Visitors learn about the distillery’s innovative approaches to minimizing environmental impact, showcasing its blend of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary sustainability efforts.

Beyond the Distillery: Kentucky’s Bourbon Culture

The Evan Williams Distillery Tour serves as a gateway to Kentucky’s broader bourbon culture. Bourbon Town Tours encourages participants to engage with the state’s rich bourbon heritage, including local culinary experiences, historic landmarks, and other bourbon-related ventures.

A Tour Designed for a Diverse Audience

The Evan Williams Distillery Tour is crafted to cater to a wide range of visitors, from bourbon aficionados to those new to the world of spirits. The tour’s informative and interactive approach ensures a rewarding experience for all guests.

Connecting with the Bourbon Community

The tour also focuses on Evan Williams Distillery’s role in the local and global bourbon community. The distillery’s participation in bourbon events and its contributions to the bourbon industry are highlighted, emphasizing its significance in the world of spirits.

Join the Evan Williams Distillery Tour with Bourbon Town Tours

The Evan Williams Distillery Tour, as a crucial part of Bourbon Town Tours, offers an insightful and detailed exploration of bourbon crafting. This tour invites you to experience the rich history, innovative practices, and exquisite flavors of Evan Williams Distillery.

We invite you to join the Evan Williams Distillery Tour with Bourbon Town Tours and immerse yourself in the legacy and artistry of Kentucky’s bourbon making. Book your tour today and be part of a journey that celebrates the heritage, innovation, and spirit of Evan Williams, a storied name in the bourbon industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the world of Evan Williams and discover the secrets, stories, and flavors that make it a beloved icon in the realm of fine spirits.

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Evan Williams Bourbon Experience

Located in downtown Louisville, the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience features an artisanal distillery, tours, tastings and a speakeasy-inspired event space. Celebrating the legacy of Evan Williams, Kentucky’s first distiller, this experience brings to life the history and tradition of Kentucky’s native spirit.

The Evan Williams Distillery Tour

Built to be the urban home for a world-wide bourbon brand, the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience tells the story of Evan Williams himself and the founders of Heaven Hill brands. An interactive movie experience and visual lesson of the parts of the distilling process are highlights of the tour.

Mint Julep partners with Evan Williams Distillery to offer a range of private tour and tasting experiences on custom tours. Bourbon and chocolate pairings and barrel-bunging experiences may be available, too, so just ask your experience coordinator.

The Evan Williams Bourbon Tastings

After your tour at Evan Williams Bourbon Experience, you’ll enjoy tastings of a range of Evan Williams products in one of several unique Evan Williams tasting rooms themed for different aspects of the long-running brand.

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Things to know about Evan Williams Distillery

Frequently asked questions.

Where is Evan Williams made?

A majority of Evan Williams bourbon is distilled in Louisville and aged at Heaven Hill’s home base in Bardstown, Ky., with a small portion at their urban micro-distillery Evan Williams Bourbon Experience at 528 W. Main St.

Who owns Evan Williams?

Heaven Hill Brands owns Evan Williams bourbon products along with sister brands Elijah Craig, Henry McKenna and Larceny, among many others.

What bourbons and whiskeys does Evan Williams produce?

Evan Williams products include Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey, small batch and single barrel expressions, and several flavored whiskeys including honey, peach and cherry offerings.

Is Evan Williams on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail?

Yes, Evan Williams Bourbon Experience and sister location Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center (in Bardstown) are both members of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®.

Which distilleries are near Evan Williams?

Evan Williams Bourbon Experience is on Main Street right in downtown Louisville, making it easily accessible and near to Peerless , Angel’s Envy , Copper & Kings , and Old Forester .

Where can I find out more about Evan Williams?

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Evan Williams Bourbon Experience

528 W. Main Street Louisville, KY 40202

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TASTE BOURBON HISTORY ® Meet Kentucky's 1st Distiller and explore Louisville's waterfront history at the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience! Located on historic "Whiskey Row," the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience features a full on-site artisanal distillery, guided tours, educational Bourbon tastings, gift shop, and more! This is an official stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®.

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At the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience, visitors can learn about the history and craftsmanship behind Evan Williams Bourbon, which is produced by Heaven Hill Brands. The experience offers guided tours that take guests through the bourbon-making process, from the sourcing of ingredients to the aging and bottling of the bourbon. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits, view working distillery equipment, and even participate in tastings to sample different varieties of Evan Williams Bourbon. The experience also provides insights into the history of bourbon in Kentucky and its significance in American culture. Guests can learn about the role of bourbon in shaping the region's economy and society throughout the years. Additionally, the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience features a gift shop where visitors can purchase bottles of Evan Williams Bourbon and other bourbon- related merchandise. It is a popular destination for bourbon enthusiasts and those interested in learning about the rich heritage of bourbon production in Kentucky. Contact – 502.272.2623 Address – 528 West Main Street Louisville, KY 40202 (EST) Website –  EvanWilliams.com

At the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience, visitors can learn about the history and craftsmanship behind Evan Williams Bourbon, which is produced by Heaven Hill Brands. The experience offers guided tours that take guests through the bourbon-making process, from the sourcing of ingredients to the aging and bottling of the bourbon. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits, view working distillery equipment, and even participate in tastings to sample different varieties of Evan Williams Bourbon.

The experience also provides insights into the history of bourbon in Kentucky and its significance in American culture. Guests can learn about the role of bourbon in shaping the region’s economy and society throughout the years.

Additionally, the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience features a gift shop where visitors can purchase bottles of Evan Williams Bourbon and other bourbon- related merchandise. It is a popular destination for bourbon enthusiasts and those interested in learning about the rich heritage of bourbon production in Kentucky.

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Anyone who has traveled the Kentucky Bourbon Trail knows that most of the distilleries on the Trail are located far outside of city centers like Lexington and Louisville.

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Anyone who has traveled the Kentucky Bourbon Trail knows that most of the distilleries on the Trail are located far outside of city centers like Lexington and Louisville. This is only natural, of course—a more remote location guarantees better connections to the grains, pure water, and acreage necessary for a distillery. So what’s a girl to do when she has a couple of spare hours in Louisville and has a hankering for bourbon? After a stop by Art Eatables for fantastic bourbon truffles (a must in Louisville) I popped on over to the Evan Williams experience on Museum Row in Louisville for my bourbon fix one afternoon.

Let’s start with a disclaimer: all Evan Williams bourbon is not produced at the Evan Williams Experience, but instead produced at a distillery a few miles down the road which is not open to tours. The EWE has a small craft distillery that produces about a barrel a day, Tuesday through Saturday, and apparently makes fantastic juice—just ask Ginny Tonic , who has had the enviable chance to taste their 1-year-old and new make. Evan Williams is by no means my favorite brand, but I had heard good things about the museum so I wanted to check it out.

At the beginning of the tour, the guide takes second place to the visage of Evan Williams, who leads guests through the world of eighteenth-century distilling. I’ve done a lot of research on that period of distilling, so I’m going to hold my tongue. A number of the facts presented during this portion of the tour are incorrect or out of proportion in order to present the Disney version of bourbon distilling. The truth of the matter is that Heaven Hill does not know a lot about many of the distillers they adopted for their labels, including Evan Williams and Elijah Craig. For that reason, a portion of this tour is made up of hypotheses and conjectures from Heaven Hill. The best way around this issue is to find a fantastic tour guide (I had the honor of having Wander Louisville editor Owen Graham as my guide) who has done independent research on early bourbon history and has a bit of extra time at the end of the tour to delve into the nuances of early distilling with you.

The second portion of the tour took guests through the modern distilling process. I have to say that this was one of the best introductions to bourbon that I’ve seen. Naturally, most of what I learned was old hat to me (You can only hear 51% corn, sour mash, and column still so many times), but this is the most excellent overview of bourbon for a first-time drinker. And, of course, then you get to see their fantastic micro-distillery right in the heart of the Experience. Of course, it wasn’t running when I went on tour (cue sad trombone). This distillery largely experimental, having made everything from rye whiskey to wheat whiskey to bourbon, of the high and low and no rye varieties, and everything in between. I personally cannot wait to try their distillate. Although I cannot say that I am the biggest fan on Evan Williams brand products, their craft facility is so fantastic that I will be getting my hands on a bottle as soon as I can! Guests are then guided through a mock-rick house in order to get to the next tour area, getting the chance to sniff a used barrel and observe the red line, etc., etc.

The last part of the tour is the most unique, bridging the gap between distillery tour and museum, and my personal favorite. We got to step foot on (reconstructed) Whiskey Row from downtown Louisville to learn about the history of whiskey after Evan Williams went to distiller heaven. Owen covered topics such as whiskey rectifiers, the Bottled-In-Bond act, prohibition, medicinal alcohol, and the business of alcohol. I appreciated this not only because it offered a very interesting portion of history in a unique setting, but also because this crucial period of distilling history is often overlooked on most major distillery tours. Better yet—it had nothing to do with Evan Williams. For a first-time distillery visitor, this part is the best because it emphasizes the scope of whiskey’s history in our country, going far beyond a leisure activity and well into an important economic and political piece of the nineteenth- and twentieth-century worlds.

And then, the obligatory tasting ensues. Again, this is a good introduction for visitors to the world of bourbon. I tasted Evan Williams black label, Evan Williams single barrel, and Elijah Craig 12 year (plus a bourbon ball – yum!). Although I cannot say I was blown away by any one of the offerings (except the bourbon ball!), the range of options for tasting served as a very good introduction to bourbon for newcomers. Both Evan Williams varieties were relatively low in proof, with the Elijah Craig clocking in around medium proof level. The single barrel we tasted was especially disappointing, unfortunately, since it tasted overwhelmingly of iodine. I looked forward to it so much! I hope in the future I’ll be able to taste a better single barrel offering from EW, because I really, really want to like it.

Even though I just listed a number of disappointments I experienced throughout the tour and tasting, I have to say that I absolutely recommend this tour! It is a great way to spend a couple hours in downtown Louisville and is a fantastic introduction to the world of bourbon. If you have the chance to go Tuesday through Saturday to see the micro-distillery in action, and can snag an awesome tour guide like Owen, you can’t miss this Experience. Bring your spouse, bring your cousins, bring your grandma and go learn about bourbon. If anything, just go for the gift shop—they have Evan Williams 23 year sitting on the shelf. What are you waiting for? Go and get educated!

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Evan Williams is a familiar name for anyone who drinks American whiskey . As the flagship spirit of Heaven Hill Distillery , the Kentucky bourbon is a national icon. It’s also one of the top best-selling whiskey brands in the country, and the second best-selling bourbon in the world.

But the story of Evan Williams, the man, the brand, and the legend, starts far from the Bardstown distillery where it’s produced and packaged today.

Enjoy a dram, and indulge in this collection of 10 things you should know about Evan Williams.

Evan Williams was a Welsh immigrant.

1783 was a vital year for evan williams., evan williams makes more than bourbon..

Evan Williams Bourbon Whiskey is one of the leading bourbon brands in the ever-evolving American whiskey space. Aged a minimum of four years, the brand lineup includes several core expressions, including Evan Williams Black Label, the aforementioned 1783, as well as Single Barrel , Bottled-in-Bond, and Kentucky Straight Bourbons.

There’s value in its vintage.

Bourbon lovers looking to tread into single-barrel territory on a budget should turn to Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage 2012. At an average of $29, this label is touted as an inexpensive introduction to single-barrel bourbons — landing it among VinePair’s 30 Best Bourbon Whiskeys for Every Budget in 2020.

Same mash bill, different bourbon.

Williams was a community doer., evan williams helped build louisville. literally., evan williams claims a lot of louisville ‘firsts.’, evan williams is on a mission to help veterans., evan williams isn’t just a bourbon. it’s a lifestyle..

The bourbon brand’s biggest fans can incorporate Evan Williams into their daily lives in a staggering variety of ways: cooking with Evan Williams gourmet foods , including sauces, seasonings, marinades, and coffee; decorating with Evan Williams home goods , such as bourbon-scented candles; stocking the home bar with branded barware ; or showing the love with branded clothing . As one T-shirt wisely says , “bourbon goes with everything.”

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Free And Discounted Distillery Tours For Active Duty Military

Posted On: 23 Sep 2015 - 8:00am

there are many distilleries that offer free tours for active duty military with an ID year round.  There’s no better way to wind down and enjoy some R&R than to take a tour of a bourbon distillery and learn more about Kentucky’s rich bourbon heritage.  Here’s a list of free tours for active duty military:

Copper and Kings Kentucky Peerless Buffalo Trace (Free for everyone) Barton 1792 (Free for everyone) Maker’s Mark (KBT) Mash Bill Tour at the Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center (KBT) Jim Beam American Stillhouse (KBT) Four Roses (KBT) Wild Turkey (KBT) Woodford Reserve (KBT) Town Branch Distillery and Lexington Brewery (KBT) Barrel House Distilling Co. (KBTCT) Limestone Branch (Free for everyone) (KBTCT) MB Roland Distillery (Free for everyone) (KBTCT) New Riff Distilling (Free for everyone) (KBTCT) Old Pogue (Free for everyone) (KBTCT) Wilderness Trace Distillery (KBTCT) Willett (KBTCT)

Discounts for Active Duty Military

Evan Williams Bourbon Experience $3 off (KBT) Bulleit Experience at Stitzel-Weller 20% off (KBT)

(KBT)= Kentucky Bourbon Trail – be sure to get your passport stamped!

(KBTCT) = Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour - Be sure to get your passport stamped!

Always wear proper footwear, as though you’re going on a hike through rough terrain. Always dress for the weather. Parts of the tours are indoors, parts outdoors. Always call ahead to be sure they are open for tours. Don’t depend on your GPS to get you there. Write down your directions before you leave civilization. Gas up your car before you leave civilization.

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About Maggie Kimberl

I'm a Louisville native with a passion for traveling and homegrown tomatoes. I write the bourbon news, which keeps me plenty busy since Louisville is the center of the bourbon universe. See bourbon news happening? Contact me on Twitter @LouGirl502!

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