Maker’s Mark VIP: The Samuels Legacy Day

Step beyond the traditional distillery tour and experience the legacy of Maker’s Mark in a way few ever can. The Samuels Legacy Day is a one-of-a-kind VIP experience available exclusively through Sip Kentucky Bourbon Tours, taking you behind the scenes of the Samuels family, Star Hill Farm, and Maker’s Mark for an unforgettable day of bourbon, history, hospitality, and exceptional access.

Step Inside Bourbon History: The Samuels House Experience

This isn’t just a distillery tour. It’s an invitation into the living room of one of bourbon’s most influential families.

Step inside the Samuels family’s historic land-grant home and experience more than two centuries of bourbon history, family traditions, and Kentucky lore. On select days, guests are personally led around the property by Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Famer Bill Samuels Jr. or Rob Samuels, who shares the stories, people, and moments that helped shape the Maker’s Mark legacy.

As you explore the grounds and historic home, you’ll discover the places where history was made and hear firsthand stories about the Samuels family and their extraordinary influence on American bourbon.

Your experience includes:

Exclusive Maker’s Mark Distillery Experience — Go behind the scenes at the legendary Maker’s Mark Distillery for a deeper look at the craft, traditions, and legacy behind the iconic bourbon.

Allocated Bottle Shopping Opportunity — Enjoy access to purchase select and allocated Maker’s Mark bottles when available.

Lunch at Star Hill Provisions — Savor a memorable Kentucky-inspired lunch at Star Hill Provisions at Maker’s Mark Distillery.

Exclusive Samuels House Experience Partnering with The Chefs Table — Explore the historic Samuels family property, where you’ll hear remarkable stories, see authentic family artifacts, and discover where generations of bourbon history unfolded.

Private Transportation & Sip Kentucky Bourbon Tours Guide — Travel comfortably throughout the day with your private transportation and one of our best-trained bourbon guides.

Custom-crafted grazing board by The Chef’s Table and Chef Josh Hillyard – A beautifully arranged custom grazing board created by The Chef’s Table and Chef Josh Hillyard, featuring an elevated selection of cheeses, charcuterie, and accompaniments. Chef Josh Hillyard and The Chef’s Table specialize in customized culinary experiences, including charcuterie and private dining experiences.

Rare Whiskey Tasting & Storytelling — Taste special and rare whiskies while connecting each pour to the people, places, and stories that shaped the Samuels family legacy.

Personalized Access & Hospitality — Experience Maker’s Mark through a level of access and storytelling rarely available to the public, with select days personally led by Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Famer Bill Samuels Jr. or Rob Samuels

Private Transportation & Sip Kentucky Bourbon Tours Guide — Travel comfortably throughout the day with your private transportation and one of our best-trained bourbon guides.