Video Archives - Distillery Trail

Witnessing History Education Foundation - Bourbon and Kentucky, A History Distilled Film by Kent Masterson Brown

Bourbon and Kentucky: A History Distilled Classic Film

May 23, 2025 / Distillery Trail / History, Tourism

'Bourbon and Kentucky' explores how distilling originated in Kentucky, how Bourbon got its name and why we use the term “proof” when discussing alcohol.

RD1 Spirits Distillery - Grand Opening May 13, 2025, at The Commons

Watch the RD1 Spirits Distillery Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration [VIDEO]

May 22, 2025 / Distillery Trail / Kentucky Bourbon Trail, RD1 Spirits

A common question for bourbon sippers is, ‘Where can I stay while touring the Kentucky Bourbon Trail?’ There is now a new answer that will help bourbon fans immerse themselves in their amber spirit tasting adventure.

The Trail Hotel - What is the Trail Hotel

What is ‘The Trail Hotel’? Hear the Answer Directly from the Owners [VIDEO]

May 11, 2025 / Distillery Trail / Kentucky Bourbon Trail, The Trail Hotel

Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. - Grand Opening of Whiskey Thief in Louisville's NULU Neighborhood

Whiskey Thief Distilling Owner Shares Details of New NULU Location on Nanny Goat Strut Alley [VIDEO]

October 15, 2024 / Distillery Trail / Whiskey Thief Distilling Co.

Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. in Frankfort, Kentucky offers bourbon and rye whiskey fans an opportunity to taste bourbon and rye whiskey straight from the barrel, uncut, and unfiltered the way nature intended.

Potter Jane Distilling Co. - Delivery Day for Vendome Copper & Brass Works 39 Foot Tall Column Still

Watch Potter Jane Distilling Co. 39’ Tall Still Goes from Flatbed to its New Home in this Time-lapse Video

September 22, 2024 / Distillery Trail / Buzick Construction, Joseph & Joseph Architects, Potter Jane Distilling Co., Vendome Copper & Brass Works

In September 2023 Potter Jane Distilling founders celebrated a groundbreaking for this new distillery. One year later they took delivery of their 36” diameter x 39’ tall Vendome Copper & Brass Works column still. The installation crews were on hand waiting for the flatbed to arrive. Once there they immediately jumped into action and in just a few hours the still, wrapped in shrink wrap was standing in it forever home in Springfield, Kentucky.

Whiskey House of Kentucky - Founders David Mandell and John Hargrove Celebrate Grand Opening

Watch as CEO David Mandell Details the ‘Whiskey House’ Contract Whiskey Production Model [VIDEO]

July 10, 2024 / Distillery Trail / Whiskey House of Kentucky

DistilleryTrail was at Whiskey House of Kentucky on their July 1, 2024 opening day celebration.

Sneak Peak: Kentucky Bourbon Trail Celebrates 25 Years with a Completely Re-Imagined Bourbon Trail [Video]

June 22, 2024 / Distillery Trail / Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Kentucky Distillers' Association

The Kentucky Bourbon Trail is celebrating is silver anniversary. Get a sneak peak at the all new Kentucky Bourbon Trail logo and learn about some big changes coming in 2024.

Woodford Reserve Distillery - 2024 Kentucky Derby $1,000 Mint Julep

How to Make the Official Woodford Reserve 2024 $1,000 & $5,000 Kentucky Derby ‘Rose Mint Julep’ Cocktail [VIDEO]

April 16, 2024 / Distillery Trail / Kentucky Derby, Mint Julep, Woodford Reserve

2024 marks the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby in Louisville, Kentucky. To help celebrate

Kentucky Distillers' Association - 2024 Biennial State of the Bourbon Industry Report

Watch the Entire 2024 ‘Bourbon Economic Impact Report’ Presentation [VIDEO]

February 16, 2024 / Distillery Trail / Kentucky Distillers' Association, Law

Watch Master Blender Jane Bowie and Master Distiller Denny Potter as they introduce their new Potter Jane Distilling Company, a $50 million startup distillery.