Bourbon & Bars

Want to try bourbon from Lexington distilleries? VisitLEX launches Bourbonland pass

Barrel House Distilling Co. at the Historic Pepper Distillery Campus in Lexington is celebrating 10 years with a weekend of specials, including the release of a special bourbon on Saturday.
Barrel House Distilling Co. at the Historic Pepper Distillery Campus in Lexington is celebrating 10 years with a weekend of specials, including the release of a special bourbon on Saturday. aslitz@herald-leader.com
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  • VisitLEX launches Bourbonland Tasting Pass giving mobile access to six distilleries.
  • One-day pass costs $45 for up to three flights; three-day pass $75 covers six distilleries.
  • Passes deliver instantly via text or email, include a free shot glass and 60-day validity.

Lexington tourism promoters VisitLEX have launched a new pass that will let visitors — and locals — sample bourbon in town.

The Bourbonland Tasting Pass lets participants use a mobile pass to sample tasting flights at six of the region’s distilleries: Barrel House Distilling Co., Bespoken Spirits, Bluegrass Distillers, Dark Arts Whiskey House & Alchemy Lab, Fresh Bourbon Distillery and James E. Pepper Distillery.

Barrel House Distilling Co. at the Historic Pepper Distillery Campus in Lexington is participating in the new Bourbonland Tasting Pass.
Barrel House Distilling Co. at the Historic Pepper Distillery Campus in Lexington is participating in the new Bourbonland Tasting Pass. Alex Slitz aslitz@herald-leader.com

A Bourbonland 1-Day Tasting Pass is $45 and includes tasting flights at up to three distilleries. A Bourbonland 3-Day Ultimate Tasting Pass is $75 and includes tasting flights at all six distilleries, with a maximum of three per day.

The passes must be used within 60 days of purchase and are delivered instantly via text and email. A free Bourbonland shot glass is included with every purchase and is available for pickup at the Lexington Visitors Center downtown at 215 W Main St., Suite 75.

Amir Peay, owner of the James E. Pepper Distillery that has started distilling at the historic distillery on Manchester Street in Lexington.
Amir Peay, owner of the James E. Pepper Distillery that has started distilling at the historic distillery on Manchester Street in Lexington.

“This pass is your gateway to experiencing the best of Lexington and the region’s bourbon scene,” said Mary Quinn Ramer, president of VisitLEX, in a news release. “Whether you’re a seasoned bourbon enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this mobile pass lets you sample a variety of flavors and styles, all at your own pace.”

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