Urban Bourbon Trail

No visit to Kentucky is complete without a day spent in the country exploring Bourbon Country's legendary distilleries. But connoisseurs are learning you don't have to leave the city to sample the best Bourbon in Kentucky – just hit the Urban Bourbon Trail. Louisville's Urban Bourbon Trail is a collection of restaurants and bars serving up America's only native spirit in classic drinks and innovative dishes. Visitors can request a "Passport" at any participating establishment and embark on delectable journey through the urban side of Bourbon.

Make 21c's award-winning restaurant and bar, Proof on Main, the first stop on your Urban Bourbon Trail odyssey. Proof has hand-selected a unique collection of Bourbons that highlight small-batch, artisan craftsmanship that reflect the history and culture of the region. Whether you prefer your whiskey neat or in a sweet treat, you'll find it at Proof. Try the Bourbon-soaked cherries in Chef Paley's Warm Vanilla Pudding Cake, or check out one of our regular events, like the monthly "Bourbon and the Girls" party or a tasting seminar with some of the industry's leading master distillers.

For those on a true Bourbon pilgrimage, check out the hotel's whiskey-centered special packages – the "Just Add Bourbon" and "Southern Gentlemen" packages. Guests will learn about Kentucky's rich Bourbon heritage while enjoying the luxurious 21c experience.