Great Southern Escape: Kentucky

Visiting the Bluegrass State? Our travel editors recommend their favorite Kentucky restaurants, getaways, and activities for your vacation.

Kentucky's Bourbon Country

Dive barrel-first into the spirit of Kentucky with this ultimate guide to Bourbon Country in all its fiery fall splendor.

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Wild Turkey

With mist rising off the Kentucky River, the tour begins at Wild Turkey.

Tour highlight: Meeting one of Kentucky’s living legends. Jimmy, who has been turning corn, rye, and barley malt into liquid gold for 55 years, isn’t always on-site, but try to catch him.
Signature brands: American Honey, Kentucky Spirit, Rare Breed, Russell’s Reserve, Russell’s Reserve Rye, Wild Turkey, Wild Turkey 101
Where to find them: 1525 Tyrone Road, Lawrenceburg; (502) 839-4544