The City's Top 21 Bourbon Bars & Restaurants
As chosen by local bourbon experts.
What began as a passport program is now a curated, annual list of Louisville’s top bourbon bars and restaurants. Each location is selected for how it captures the true spirit of bourbon —through thoughtful pours, rich storytelling, and exceptional hospitality.
Each year, a panel of local bourbon experts helps identify these standout spots, making inclusion on the list a mark of distinction within Bourbon City’s ever-growing scene.
Meet your 2026 Urban Bourbon Trail® stops. Each one is worth a pour, a story, and a seat at the bar. Start exploring, sip by sip.