Bourbon Tours at Cave Hill Cemetery Offer Spirited Look at Distilling History

Louisville’s storied bourbon heritage is coming to life in an unexpected way—among the hallowed grounds of Cave Hill Cemetery. Beginning this spring, visitors can take a Bourbon History Tour through the iconic cemetery, where many of the industry’s most legendary figures now rest.

Led by expert guides, these tours offer a deep dive into the lives and legacies of bourbon pioneers like George Garvin Brown (Old Forester), Julian “Pappy” Van Winkle, and other trailblazers who shaped Kentucky’s signature spirit. Guests will hear fascinating stories of entrepreneurship, family dynasties, and the evolution of bourbon while exploring one of Louisville’s most beautiful and historic sites.

Bourbon fans often explore the distilleries, but this experience takes them back to where it all began, honoring the visionaries who built the industry.

The tours will be available on May 18, May 31, July 20, August 31, November 15, with tickets and details available at Cave Hill’s website.

Whether you’re a bourbon aficionado, a history buff, or simply curious about Louisville’s past, this one-of-a-kind experience offers a new perspective on the Bourbon City.

About Cave Hill Cemetery

Founded in 1848, Cave Hill Cemetery is a National Historic Landmark known for its stunning landscape, Victorian monuments, and as the final resting place of notable figures, including Muhammad Ali, Colonel Harland Sanders, and many of bourbon’s founding families.