Oxmoor Bourbon Co. recently announced that they are now an official partner of the world-renowned Kentucky Bourbon Trail® program, offering a new opportunity to explore where Kentucky’s Bourbon history began. A great option for those looking for something beyond the typical distillery tour — and perfect for history buffs — Oxmoor Bourbon Co. in Louisville interprets the story of a Kentucky farm as it transformed along with the state, striving to tell the story of all the people who lived and worked on the land through preservation and education. For more information, visit https://oxmoorbourbon.com/.
“After two decades in the spirits business, I thought I had seen it all — but a place with such rich, undiscovered history in the category, so carefully maintained in its place in Kentucky and American history was unimaginable to me,” said general manager Rosser Lomax. “Oxmoor Bourbon Company is tied to the very origin of bourbon and how it came to be, and being part of something that actively works to preserve and share that history is an honor of the highest order. Building the Oxmoor Bourbon Company has been such an exciting journey, and we are so excited to share this wonderful history and incredible space with friends old and new, near and far.”
During the immersive experience, visitors stroll through three centuries of architecture and learn about the five generations of legal scholars who have called Oxmoor home, the “why” and “how” behind the rules of bourbon told on every distillery tour and the almost-forgotten people who codified those rules into law to protect the good name of America’s only native spirit.
Visitors can also explore the beautiful gardens designed in 1911 by one of the country’s first female landscape architects and the largest collection of preserved outbuildings in the region.
Each tour concludes with a tasting of the exclusive Oxmoor Bourbon Private Label — a private stock bottling in the family tradition, awarded a gold medal by the prestigious John Barleycorn Society. Bottles of the bourbon are available for sale following the tour. Guests also have the option to enjoy a selection of cocktails in the breathtaking family library and gardens following tours.
Tours are offered Tuesdays through Saturdays at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Guests must be 21+ to participate. Space is limited on each tour, so reservations are required — to reserve a tour, visit here.
Oxmoor Bourbon Company also welcomes inquiries regarding private event bookings and corporate events and is excited to host a variety of special events and private tastings throughout 2025.
“Visiting Oxmoor Bourbon Company is a rare and fascinating opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the history of bourbon and of Kentucky, while also supporting the preservation and the advancement of both,” said Cordell Lawrence, CEO of Eastern Light Distilling and advisor to Oxmoor Bourbon Company. “With my extensive background in the bourbon industry, I’ve experienced countless bourbon tourism offerings, and I can confidently say that the tour offered by Oxmoor Bourbon Company is unlike any other. It’s been a thrill to help bring this experience to life and I’m eager to see more Kentuckians and tourists alike explore all that Oxmoor has to offer as the latest addition to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.”
Last June, the Kentucky Bourbon Trail celebrated its 25th anniversary, welcoming millions of visitors a year to more than 60 experiences across the state. According to the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, more than 80% of all Kentucky Bourbon Trail visitors come from outside Kentucky. Bourbon is a $9 billion economic and tourism powerhouse for Kentucky, generating more than 23,100 jobs with $2.2 billion in salaries and benefits.
About Oxmoor Bourbon:
Step back in time with Oxmoor Bourbon and explore where Kentucky’s Bourbon history began. This first-of-its-kind historical tour and tasting experience takes place at Oxmoor, with buildings constructed before the Commonwealth of Kentucky had a constitution. Learn about the five generations of legal scholars who have called Oxmoor home, the “why” and “how” behind the rules of bourbon told on every distillery tour and the almost-forgotten figures who codified those rules into law to protect the good name of America’s only native spirit. Guests see the home’s three sections, constructed in 1791, 1829, and 1928, with furniture and family belongings as the family left them.
Visitors can also explore the beautiful gardens designed in 1911 by one of the country’s first female landscape architects and the largest collection of preserved outbuildings in the region. The tour includes a tasting of the exclusive Oxmoor Bourbon Private Label and the option to enjoy a selection of cocktails in the breathtaking family library. The site interprets the story of a Kentucky farm that has transformed alongside the state and strives to tell the story of all the people who lived and worked on the land through preservation and education. Multiple tour times offered Tuesdays through Saturdays; must be 21+ to participate.
Visit oxmoorbourbon.com for information or to book.
