Nothing says Kentucky like bourbon. "The corn-based whiskey evolved in the 19th century after distillation was introduced to the American South by European settlers. It may not have been the United States' first spirit (that honor actually goes to rum), but bourbon developed into what many think of as the quintessential American liquor," says Balboni.
Lauded as the birthplace of bourbon master distillers, Louisville offers one of the best spirit-tasting experiences any enthusiast could ever hope for. The Urban Bourbon Trail is a two-day bourbon-tasting adventure with stops that include Louisville's best restaurants, distilleries, and a museum. This trail is sure to make a bourbon aficionado out of anyone who participates. If you'd rather keep your bourbon experience focused, then perhaps a visit to the recently opened Angel's or a trip to the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience on historic Whiskey Row will hit the spot.
