Four Roses Distillery

Four Roses has always been one of my husband's favorites, so for his 69th birthday, he scheduled a tour and tasting for us. Not being a bourbon drinker, I know very little about the various distilleries. Imagine my surprise when we drove back to the visitor center and I was greeted by beautiful scenery and buildings that reminded me of a California vineyard. The gift shop is a "class act": lighting, displays, and merchandise top notch, but not with outrageous pricing. There is a nice bar to the left of the check-in desk, with seating indoor and outdoor. Tours start behind the doors off the lobby. There was a video, in the gathering room, from the master distiller, which gave us enough time to get our headsets connected and our volumes set before we started the tour. The headsets work wonderfully, as I like to linger behind a bit to get pictures. It allowed me to not miss any of the information while still being able to capture the sights for memories. The tour is fairly easy with some steps. One building is extremely hot but our tour guide warned us ahead, then told us how to cool down near windows or how to exit if necessary. No one needed to leave as we did not remain inside very long. There is a beautiful story tied to the name, and much history tied to the product. The tour was very interesting. The tasting was done in another beautiful part of the visitor center, with four bourbons and a story about each. Even I could appreciate the difference in the flavors, selecting the "best of the four" for my tastes. I must not have done too badly because that's the bourbon that my husband selected for purchase after the tour.

The distillery grounds are unique as there is a definite Spanish influence, which is cool. They are in a beautiful area with rolling hills around. One of the things I thought was really cool was that on the tours you get headsets to listen to the tour guide, so the guide doesn't have to scream, and everybody can hear well. The tasting room was nice, and I enjoyed everything I had. Nice gift shop as well. And with it being one of the older ones, some real cool history.

This was one of our favorite stops on the bourbon trail. The Spanish style architecture was beautiful and the distillery grounds were beautiful. Grayson was a great tour guide and we were able to go in the mash house, the distilling room, walk the grounds and the tasting was excellent. They have a very nice gift shop with a lot of Four Roses merchandise. They do not have rick houses at this location so we were unable to go in the actual rick house where aging was taking place. Other reviews of this tour people actually didn't seem to like this tour as much but when we took it, we loved the tour and thought it was a top 5 of the 16 distilleries we visited during the week. This is definitely worth a stop and tour on the Bourbon trail.

Our visit to Four Roses Distillery was enjoyable, though it didn’t quite stand out compared to some other distilleries on the Bourbon Trail. Our tour guide, Grayson, was informative and did a solid job leading the tour. The tasting experience was decent, but nothing particularly memorable. The bourbons were good, but they didn’t quite wow me. However, the Spanish Mission-style architecture of the distillery was really unique and impressive, definitely setting it apart from other distilleries in Kentucky. Overall, it was a nice experience, but not necessarily a must-do. Worth a visit if you’re a fan of Four Roses, but there are other distilleries I’d prioritize first.

One of the unique distilleries that looks different from the rest. They explain why on the tour. Tour guide was great but I felt the the tour could have been a little better. The guide however was great. The bar, shop and tasting rooms were excellent and beautiful. Def worth a stop. Get your tickets online to avoid showing up and not having any left. They have the other site in Bardstown that they do offer a free tour for that with the purchase to this tour if interested.

Went on the tour today, Morgan was awesome as our guide! Shout out to her!! It is an amazing thing to see how they make the whiskey, I highly recommend taking the tour! The tasting at the end is the best part!!

Four Roses Distillery – A Spanish Soul in the Heart of Kentucky Four Roses Distillery is a truly distinctive stop along the Bourbon Trail – not necessarily the most spectacular tour, but absolutely worth visiting for its charm, character, and historical significance. Founded in 1888, it stands proudly as one of the eight oldest operating distilleries in Kentucky. But what really sets it apart is its striking Spanish Mission-style architecture – a rare and beautiful sight among the traditional American distilleries. The picturesque buildings create a serene, almost romantic atmosphere that instantly captivates. The tour itself is concise and well-structured. Guests are given headsets to ensure every detail is heard clearly, even in the working parts of the distillery. While the interior may lack the dramatic flair or immersive storytelling of some other tours, it offers an honest, informative look at the craft behind Four Roses bourbon. The tasting experience is a clear highlight. Each sample reveals layers of complexity that reflect the brand’s unique approach – blending ten distinct bourbon recipes using two mash bills and five yeast strains. The interior of the facility is more functional than flashy, but that's part of its authenticity. What Four Roses may lack in theatrical presentation, it makes up for in genuine craftsmanship, warm hospitality, and a gift shop full of thoughtful bourbon-inspired treasures. In summary: Not the flashiest stop on the trail, but one of the most unique and historically rich. A visit to Four Roses is a must for any true bourbon lover – not just to check off a box, but to appreciate the quiet elegance and timeless spirit this distillery brings to the Kentucky bourbon legacy.

We have been to the Louisville area many times and never made it to Four Roses. Located in Lawrenceburg,this is a first class operation. We signed up for their 30 minute tasting and overview experience and it was fantastic. As soon as you enter you check in and are given tickets. It is advised you arrive at least 15 minutes prior . You can walk around and look at some of their displays,shop in their gift store or have a drink at their Bar 1888.. Drinks are allowed on the tours. We each ordered a drink..old fashion and a mint julip since it was Derby week. It came with a souvenir glass but it was pricey. After the tour and tasting (4),we shopped a little bit and enjoyed our drinks on the outside patio overlooking the distillery grounds A fantastic way to spend an afternoon in Tennessee.

We have been to the Louisville area many times and never made it to Four Roses. Located in Lawrenceburg,this is a first class operation. We signed up for their 30 minute tasting and overview experience and it was fantastic. As soon as you enter you check in and are given tickets. It is advised you arrive at least 15 minutes prior . You can walk around and look at some of their displays,shop in their gift store or have a drink at their Bar 1888.. Drinks are allowed on the tours. We each ordered a drink..old fashion and a mint julip since it was Derby week. It came with a souvenir glass but it was pricey. After the tour and tasting (4),we shopped a little bit and enjoyed our drinks on the outside patio overlooking the distillery grounds A fantastic way to spend an afternoon in Kentucky.

In all honesty-this was the 5th (and final) distillery that we visited and once you've seen some of the others, Four Roses may feel like a let-down. First- what I really disliked about it you might love. You tour with headphones and a receiver to hear the tour guide. Our tour guide was knowledgeable, but touring the distillery in this way felt oddly isolating. You aren't commenting with your tour companions- wow! or look at that! -you are in your own headphone focused world and I really disliked it. Of our 5 participants only 1 person said they actually liked the headphone tour. The other thing I really didn't like is that they don't do any barreling onsite- so there's no dimly lit cobwebby barrel room to stand in and take in. That's not their fault- it's just a reality and a bummer for a visitor. The gift shop bottles were priced higher than what we can buy product at home- so that's also a bummer. At $22 per person for the Legacy Tour this is one you could skip. Definitely prioritize Maker's Mark and Buffalo Trace before this one.

Loved visiting Four Roses Distillery. Driving onto the property I felt like we were on a Southern Plantation. The rolling hills & green grass made me want to sit & relax in the rocking chairs on the big front porch! This was our 1st tour of 3 last Wednesday. Our guide was clear & very knowledgeable. Appreciated the headsets! & our Bourbon sampling was so good too! Loved the gift shop & bought a bottle of Single Barrel and can't wait to open it! (Even bought the large rose ice cube tray! Had to have those!!! ) We had always talked about visiting Kentucky on our way 'Up North' from Phoenix; this year it was going to work! So glad it finally did ! Learned about the various ratios of ingredients and saw the 'yeast' room & got a free facial! Haha! Great job Four Roses!!

This place is beautiful The buildings look like a place in New Mexico Bright yellow buildings with the four roses over the door Service exceptional and the gift shop has so many beautiful things The glassware so stunning It's a gorgeous spot to enjoy a cocktail and the lush surroundings

Our first time here so we pre-booked the History tour and tasting which we really enjoyed. Gwen was so informative and funny. The decor was elegant and the atmosphere relaxed for sipping on a cocktail both inside the bar or outside catching a breeze on the porch.

I loved the fact that we each got a headset and controller to listen, no fighting to be up front near the guide or missing large chunks of the talk. The tasting was great too! I love how our guide, Connie talked us through it all and had example bottles to show us. Connie is SO very knowledgeable! Her facts about the process, the grounds, the history.... truly amazing! and she was funny! Just outstanding all around!! Highly recommend!

I had a wonderful experience here as I caught the last tasting tour of the day and was the only one! The tasting included four of their bourbons and a tour of one of their rick houses. It was about 40 minutes or so overall. I learned a great deal about four roses and thoroughly enjoyed all four bourbons. I'm not sure if I ever had four roses before but I am certainly a fan now. I'll be adding them to my bourbon collection.

Friendly staff, great bourbon, educational, and cool gift shop & bar. Would highly recommend!

Awesome Tour on Sunday. Grayson was very knowledgeable and very friendly. The tasting experience was great. He was able to guide us thru the 4 glasses. I walked away, way more knowledgeable about bourbon and the Four Roses way.

A positive experience. The Welcome Center is huge and very well decorated with a nice Gift Shop. The whole campus is a lovely Spanish motif. We took a tour of the facilities and the guide was very informative. She was a wealth of information! The tastings afterwards were well explained in a very nice tasting room. They also have a great chart explaining the nuances of their various bourbons. Unlike most other distilleries, they offered oyster crackers and water to cleanse the pallet. An eye dropper for water was also provided to open up the bourbon after first tasting w/out the water before drinking it with a few drops of water to taste the difference. Great touches. Finally, a distillery that did not have a restaurant, but provided cheese and pretzels, and cheese and cold cut meats for purchase . These distilleries are far apart and rarely have any restaurants/food to purchase nearby. We found ourselves hungry at a couple of distilleries with no availability of food. This is a wonderful touch! The other distilleries should take note. My only suggestion would be that the bar offer tastings for a fixed price as opposed to having to buy a full glass of bourbon without being able to sample just one type.

Four Roses was one of the top Bourbon tours for me in August 2024. The grounds are absolutely beautiful. Fairly priced tour loaded with information. I reserved the Sip n Stroll tour for $22. It comes with a beverage while you stroll the grounds, of course. Lol! The cup was cute. Drink was strawberry lemonade with a little bourbon. It was delicious. We were provided headphones to wear during the tour to hear our guide. This was a great ideal. It was a decent sized group. We walked the grounds and learned the history of Four Roses. I know where the name came from now. Do you? Cute story. We ended with a tasting. Our guide did an amazing job explaining how to tell what we were tasting. I went in with a small batch being my fav. I left in love with the single barrel... and a bottle. We did get to keep the glass water glasses. Very nice with roses emblem on the bottom of the glasses. Two nice reusable cups. Definitely stop at Four Roses! I would go again. Worth the money. Amazing experience!

Bar Review Only! Stopped by Four Roses to see the grounds, gift shop, and tasting room. There is a Spanish feel to the distillery, visitor center was elegantly designed, and bar offered both cocktails and neat spirits to try. Our experience at the bar was a bit disappointing. The bartender was not overly friendly and didn't allude too much in her answers to questions we had. We ended up ordering the Single Barrel Private Selection & Small Batch Select on the rocks as well as the Chocolate Old Fashioned. All drinks were filled with normal ice cubes over the traditional old fashioned cubes. They also stated they were out of garnishes for the specialty drinks. The Select tastings were ok. Overall, the experience didn't go above and beyond for hospitality purposes. Great if you are passing by but I wouldn't go out of my way to venture back.

On a road trip and kept telling my whiskey loving spouse that we needed to stop in his favorite distilleries. Four Roses is one of them. Really enjoyed the Spanish style architecture, the grounds and the outdoor porch off the bar. It was a beautiful spring day and we got to hang outside because, as I'm constantly reminded in Kentucky and Indiana, no kids in a bar. I did get the sense that we were missing something, like, we didn't sign up for a tour, we didn't know what we were doing, etc., so to the point of feeling welcome, I didn't necessarily get that vibe but glad we made a stop nonetheless.

May favorite distillery tour on the bourbon trail! Beautiful facility that isn't overhyped or touristy like the one with the buffalo lol. Four Roses truly understands their craft and caters to bourbon purists. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of four roses and the nuances of bourbon. I really appreciated the advanced level of the presentation that did more than focus on basic elements of distilling. The gift shop also had 9 of the 10 recipe single barrel, barrel strength master distiller selection bottles. I was completely blown away to see all of those hard to find bottles for sale in the same room. . No other distillery on the bourbon trail had anything close to that!

Beautiful property and Visitor Center. History-rich distillery that offers Legacy tours that offers a 60 minute tour and bourbon tasting of their 4 main bourbons. Tour guides and staff are super friendly and helpful.

We only did a tasting here, but the location is absolutely stunning. It is off the beaten path in a very quiet area. You're able to sample four with just the tasting and you get a guided facilitation with a history of the company. Their new visitor center also has a bar area where you can try additional versions of their bourbon at a cost as well as cocktails made with their bourbons. They also had bourbon strawberry lemonade popsicles, but we're out of them when we were there. They have a large gift shop as well, so you can find just about anything to represent the brand

My husband and I enjoyed an afternoon tour at Four Roses distillery. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and provided an excellent tasting experience!

First time to see new visitors center very nice and enjoyed a couple of cocktails at the bar

Beautiful! Last minute decision to come due to rain out for the Bourbon Burn Bike trip. Tours sold out but the grounds, and $25 tasting in the bar & craft cocktails was great. everyone super knowledgeable and friendly. Get a $99 select single barrel bottle . Beautiful place delicious bourbon

Did the taste of history tour and it was very informative. Enjoyed the history and tasting and liked the fact we didn't have to walk around.

We stopped here to increase our knowledge of bourbon distilling. Overall, the tour was very nice. Our tour guide did a wonderful job, even though they were shut down for their summer break. The sip and stroll tour started off with a short video and a nice cooling adult beverage on. One of the things we learned was they do not have a water source, but rather use reverse osmosis for their water. The other thing we learned is they do not do kegging, aging, or bottling at this facility.

Took my husband for his 42nd birthday. We went to the small batch flight tasting. Great experience definitely recommend. The flight guide was very informative. Distillery was beautiful.

We really enjoyed our tour with Connie. She was informative and engaged. She had a great sense of humor. We would recommend this tour to our friends. We loved getting a glass. What a pleasant surprise.

We loved our tasting experience here. The guide was fantastic and we learned a lot about the different mashbills that provide the unique flavors to the different Four Roses offerings. After the tasting we visited the bar which had several drinks as well as Distillery exclusive bourbons. You do not need a tour or tasting to stop by and visit the bar or the gift shop.

Abby's tour was great - fun and moved everything along nicely. Timely and informative- but we did wish the bottling portion was included instead driving 45 minutes to see that portion. Store and bar area is beautiful.

Four Roses was our second stop on the Bourbon Trail and did not disappoint! The buildings are so pretty! They are in the middle of construction and because of the awkward time we arrived, we opted for just the tasting. It was nice out so we got to taste out on the patio. Our host was Kim and she was great! She gave us the history of the company, including information about the company's fall in the US And how they have improved, and insight into which bourbons she likes and things she likes to make with them. She was funny too! We got to taste three and enjoyed most of them. The gift shop and tasting prices were average and everything was very clean. I would definitely recommend stopping here!

Four Roses is my go-to, everyday, sipping bourbon. I usually have a supply of the flagship and the small batch varieties in my cabinet. So, it made perfect sense to include the Four Roses distillery (Lawrenceburg, KY) in the bourbon trail tour that we recently enjoyed. We did the Legacy Tour . . . It was a very good tour and tasting experience, but be aware (as you will be forewarned onsite) that the room with the copper distilling tower can be very warm/hot due to the distilling steam temperature. Our tour/tasting guide was a wealth of information and effectively shared it with our group. Loved the expansive gift shop, too. I departed with a few souvenirs. Also, we were invited to take our individual water glasses home from the tasting. Nice touch.

Great location to take out of towners. The bar was fully stocked for a tasting and had great mixed drinks. The gift shop is excellent, always with a bottle you can't typically find in the wild. The bar was a little slow, but the bartender got slammed all at once (we had 14 people). Lovely setting to try their bourbon. Wish we had the time to do a tour. Next time!

My wife and I took one of the tours, that included a tasting at the end. Very well priced, and the guide was great!! I highly recommend visiting Four Roses Distillery. The service from welcoming us, tour, and a couple of drinks after, was on point!

Have been to Four Roses twice now, well actually 3 times. The first time we came and did a tasting which was great since I got to try a lot of bourbon I had never had. The next time we came back their new gift show had opened up and it's beautiful in their and they seem to really but putting out the good Barrel Proof picks more frequently. I will say if you want to get a tour you really have to to book in advance. We tried 2 and a half months my 3 out and we unable to get in and we here it is beautiful. The 3 time I came was a week after I was their the second time because I had to come back to pick up my 135th Anniversary Limited Edition Bottle that I won in the lottery since it was not in stock yet the week we were their. For sure a stop you have to make when traveling the Bourbon Trail.

Would go back in a heartbeat! The employees are very knowledgeable and friendly. A perfect place to visit and to learn about their bourbon!

Alora was a fantastic tasting tour guide! I highly recommend it! She explained everything we needed to know and the history of Four Roses. We went for my husbands 50th bday and we had a great time.

Beautiful environment with a lot of knowledge and history thrown in The tour I attended covered the entire history of Four Roses distillery from Grain selections right threw the finished bottled product Then the tasting highlighting the different bourbons they offer

My friends and I were looking forward to our sipping/walking tour and things seemed great upon arrival. Plenty of parking, the new gift shop was spacious and clean, and check-in was easy. We had a decent sized group and everyone got personal head sets so we could hear the tour guide. It was at this point that everything was just okay. The tour guide didn't have good energy and it felt like she was reading from a script. It wasn't anyone's fault but our own that we were visiting during the off season, but the tour didn't really have any unique aspects when compared to all of the other tours we did that week. The tasting that we had at the end of the tour felt rushed and it was more of just trying the bourbon than really learning about the uniquesness versus their competitors. Overall, it seemed like 4 Roses had the most expensive gift shop outside of the shops/distilleries located on the Bourbon Trail in Louisville. This was easily my group's least favorite tour of the 4/5 we did, not even taking into consideration of the costs. If you were to visit, I would definitely make sure to come while they are actively in production in hopes of making for a more interesting visit (keep in mind half of the others we visited were also not active).

Great tour Great facilities Had a fun and interesting time Would highly recommend for new and veteran bourbon drinkers

We have gone on many distillery tours and this is one of the best. Beautiful grounds, good bourbon and lovely tour guide!

I highly recommend the distillery tour at Four Roses. The guides are knowledgeable and provide just the right amount of information. They provide headsets, so it was always easy to hear the guide, even in some of the noisier spots in the distillery. It was a walking tour, but very easy to manage, since it wasn't a long walk at all. The guided tasting after the tour was also nice, an opportunity to sample their four core offerings. The Visitor Center is beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. It's definitely worth checking out!

Really enjoyed the tasting and visiting the bar afterwards for an amazing Mint Julep made with Four Roses Select. We didn't do the tour because we visited Four Roses 9 yrs ago when it was small and your could really "tour" the working plant. Jason did the tasting and it was very informative. Different from tastings at other distilleries. The small dropper bottle held oxidized water for you to add to the bourbon to enhance the flavor. Only disappointment was they don't have any single barrel or special bottles of Four Roses for sale.

Came here for my 40th birthday with my lovely wife 4 roses has been my families bourbon since my grandfather was in World War II. My only complaint they don't take American Express.

Four Roses was the first stop on our Bourbon Trail adventure. We missed signing up for the tours, so we opted to buy some drinks from the bar and walked around the grounds ourselves while we sipped on our libations. Their grounds are gorgeous - it would be a great location to get some engagement or wedding photos done. There are plaques located at various locations on the property, and each plaque gives a host of information on the history of Four Roses. A great place to relax either inside or out!

Had been there previously (5 years ago) and had a decent experience. We went in recently as they were closing, we knew we were just coming to the gift shop and going to sit outside for one drink (had called ahead where they confirmed 4pm close), and as they handed out the last drink to patrons, they claimed they made the last call and we were the only ones at the bar at that time. She said "we last call at 4pm..." to which I showed her my phone time at 3:50pm. Anyway. It was not a good stop, nor will we be buying anything else from Four Roses. , sadly.

This facility is a gift shop, bar and tasting room. No tours. Tasting event was very informative. We got to taste 4 of their bourbons. The host, Dee, was informative, fun and encouraged questions. Good experience.

After PGA, we moved to Lexington for the night. So glad we stopped at Four Roses. Everyone was so friendly & accommodating.

Tour. We went to 7 different distilleries and Four Roses offered one of the best experiences of the trip. It was nice to have the headsets so you don't have to worry about being able to hear. The one negative of the tour is that their rickhouses are at a different location. So no smelling if the angels share on this tour. Tasting. Tasting was very well done. Nice size pours and a good lead of the tasting. It's also a nice touch that they give you a bourbon glass to take with you for free. Beautiful tasting room. Gift Shop. Very clean and nice. They offer all 4 of their primary bottles. No need to get their early to score any as there was plenty to go around.

On my first visit to Kentucky, I visited serval distilleries and this one was my favorite. Between the aesthetic, service and product quality, it was my favorite. The property is very well maintained, the visitor center/tasting room is new and very nice. Do yourself a favor and try they Single Barrel Select. While I didn't do the tour, due to lack of time, I walked the grounds and checked out the bar and shop. I wish I'd had more time to visit.

Great bourbon, great people and a great experience. Very nice visitor center and store.

We were able to get a last-minute tasting here at noon on a Sunday! I was really pleased that they were able to fit us in. The tasting was great and the tasting guide was very knowledgeable. I would love to come back and get a tour of the facility & campus as they looked so beautiful. It looked to me to be inspired by Spanish architecture. Gift shop was really cute as well with a large selection.

Reservation made online @ $39.60ttl for the tour - 2 adults, 1 of which had a military discount. The tour guide was great. I forgot his name, despite him reminding us not to. What I remember is that he was in theater and he did the 3pm tour today. The information provided went beyond these ingredients go in and bourbon comes out. He was personable, but doesn't know a duck from a goose! (Probably had to be there - trust me, it's funny.) 4 tastes were included, the first 3 are available in all 50 states, while the 4th is only available in some states... surprisingly, ours included. (We discovered after buying 2 bottles, doh) The gentleman working the checkout was a delight. He kept having to repeat the same things to customers but did so with a smile & a great attitude. The grounds are not as vast as some other major players & they don't have any spin off products, like chocolates or sauces. Pretty cut and dry. Get in, do the tour, quick run through the gift shop & you're on you way. Our tour ran just under 1 hour. Since we arrived early, we went to the bar - there you can have 1 of 2 cocktails or 1 of 4 pours. This is where we knock a star off. Holy hades did these barkeeps seem most unhappy. They certainly weren't friendly or welcoming to anyone, but they were efficient, which is a plus. I'm sure it's monotonous & it was close to end of day, but, yeah

A fun way to learn about Bourbon as we were given a strawberry lemonade w/Bourbon to sip as we strolled the distillery grounds. Gracie was our guide and did a great job teaching us about how they make and blend their Bourbon. With the $22 tour we got to keep our lemonade tumbler and water glass. A great place to experience and learn about bourbon.