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