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Bourbon tasting ideas for women

Inspiration Theme:
Bourbon Tasting

Where to raise a glass (or two) on your bourbon quest!

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Louisville, KY – Bourbon Trail Gateway

Best Time to Go: September (Bourbon Heritage Month)

Solo Vibe: Lively and heritage-rich

Solo Tip: Stay downtown and do guided tastings to meet fellow bourbon lovers

Bardstown, KY – Heart of Bourbon Country

Best Time to Go: Late spring or early fall

Solo Vibe: Small-town Southern charm

Solo Tip: Visit the Bourbon Bar at the historic Talbott Inn and strike up a convo

Lexington, KY

Best Time to Go: Fall horse racing season (Oct–Nov)

Solo Vibe: Chill but refined

Solo Tip: Mix bourbon with a horse farm tour for a well-rounded solo weekend

 

Frankfort, KY (Buffalo Trace HQ)

Best Time to Go: Year-round, but book tours early

Solo Vibe: More low-key and historical

Solo Tip: Try the “Hard Hat” tour for a behind-the-scenes distillery deep dive

New Orleans, LA – Bourbon-Inspired Cocktails

Best Time to Go: February–April (pre-Mardi Gras, spring festivals)

Solo Vibe: High energy, perfect for extroverts

Solo Tip: Take a bourbon-focused cocktail class or walking cocktail history tour

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