Visit
Once on the distillery grounds, one begins to understand just how unique the distillery and its surroundings are. Great efforts to restore the main distillery building, cistern room, aging warehouses and many other aspects of the grounds have the left the property totally transformed, with more exciting developments in the works. From underground, spring-fed lakes, to the Kentucky split-face limestone exterior, to our old turn-of-the-century belt and pulley fan systems running throughout the distillery and visitor center, it truly makes for a memorable trip.

The Basics

Visitor Center Hours: Monday through Saturday – 10am to 5:30pm

Visitor Center Phone: (502) 501-9699

Our Address: 1869 Loretto Road, Bardstown, KY 40004

Self guided tours of the ground are not permitted.

Due to State Law, guests may only participate in one tour experience per day.

The Distillery is closed and there are no tours on the following dates: Easter, Memorial Day, Labor Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, December 24, 25 & January 2.

Construction is underway to better accommodate guests. We appreciate your patience and look forward to hosting you.

Be sure to make your reservation for The Bar at Willett to compliment your visit.

Book Your Experience

Due to tour size limitations, we ask that you make your reservations ahead of time so we can best accommodate you.

Tours can be booked up to 90 days in advance.

Please Note: Reservations may be canceled with a refund up to 24 hours in advance, a service fee of 10% or a minimum of $1 per person will apply. The service fee is non-refundable.

Your safety is our top priority.

The safety of guests, staff and partners is priority. Kentucky Bourbon Distillers Ltd. dba Willett Distillery is a manufacturing facility that shall not be held responsible for any damages as a result of visiting the Kentucky Bourbon Distillers Ltd. property and participating in any of the tours, tastings or hospitality offerings onsite. Kentucky Bourbon Distillers Ltd. is not liable for accident, damage, mishap or injury. For the safety of guests and staff, it is required that all guests practice alert precaution and safety while on property. All minors must be accompanied and immediately supervised at all times by a responsible party. Any negligence on behalf of the supervising party is the sole responsibility of such party and will not result in any liability on behalf of KBD, Ltd. dba Willett Distillery, or it’s owners and/or it’s operating staff. Standard safety practices include but are not limited to the following. Guests may only enter authorized public spaces, should stay on the designated paths and remain within appropriate proximity to tour guides. Guests are not permitted to come within 10 feet of any ponds or lakes on property. Guests are not authorized to touch any equipment, supplies or materials unless explicitly directed by Willett staff. Guests that are unable to comply with standard safety protocols and staff instruction or are unable to persuade the minor/minors accompanying them to comply, may be asked to leave as the safety of guests, staff and partners is priority.