Leiper's Fork Distillery

Oh my gosh!! What an amazing distillery! Leiper's. I highly recommend taking a Tasting Tour with Paul. He has so much knowledge and fun facts about distilling Whiskey and Bourbon. We had a fantastic tour with him and really learned a lot. All of the staff were just wonderful! This is a fantastic place for family and friends to gather and hear some really talented singers from the stage in the courtyard and have some delicious food and drinks. The atmosphere is laid back and welcoming. I highly recommend Leiper's Fork Distillery for a fantastic time.

Nice place for a weekend visit. Lots of places to sit, good band and a nice trinket shop. A bit pricey but worth it. Restrooms were clean, lines moved quickly. Overall pleasant experience.

This is a very nice family owned distillery. The tour was done by a guy with a great sense of humor. And knowledge of the Whiskey business. He is Scottish and has a vast expirence in the distillery industry. I would highly recommend adding it too your trio to Leipers Fork.

Wow the customer service at this place is crazy good. A top pick awesome discovery that was found at this place was a distillery only reapers Fork honey blend, which can only be found and purchase at the distillery itself, they use, honey that is captured on site in this bourbon. Another hinge of this amazing place was the hamburgers called camburgers. They offer a really good smash burgers outside.

Great small batch distillery a little past Franklin… did the tour and the tastings… I’m 68 years old and have done a number of distillery tours the past 15+ years… our tour guide was “Sir Paul”… the very best tour guide ever in both technical knowledge as well as super enthusiastic and an entertainer… Great whiskey, bourbon, and rye that’s locally sourced from the owners farm nearby…. Outstanding product … we’ll be back again!

From Mike “Big Chief” Hiatt – The Whiskey Trip Podcast If you’re chasing the soul of whiskey—the kind that’s steeped in history, handcrafted with pride, and sipped with a sense of place—Leiper’s Fork Distillery in Tennessee is a must-visit. Lee Kennedy, the founder, has built more than a distillery—he’s built a living, breathing tribute to pre-Prohibition whiskey. His stunning post-and-beam still house is as much a cathedral to the craft as it is a workspace. Step inside, and you’ll feel the reverence in every creaking floorboard and every gleaming copper still. Then there’s the tasting room, housed in a beautifully preserved historic dog-run cabin that whispers stories of Tennessee’s past with every pour. It’s intimate, rustic, and deeply authentic—exactly what you hope for when you take a whiskey trip off the beaten path. And let’s talk about the whiskey. Head Distiller Kendra Anderson is doing phenomenal work—releasing expressions that honor the deep, bold flavors of pre-Prohibition Tennessee whiskey. Her dedication to traditional methods and bold mash bills is turning heads and filling glasses with something truly special. The entire team at Leiper’s Fork is welcoming, knowledgeable, and proud of the legacy they’re reviving. This place isn’t chasing trends—it’s reclaiming the roots of American whiskey, one barrel at a time. If you’re anywhere near Nashville or Franklin, make the trip. Leiper’s Fork is the kind of place that makes you fall in love with whiskey all over again. Cheers from The Whiskey Trip! 🥃

Had the most amazing day here. The vibe is wonderful, laid back and peaceful. Drinks were awesome. We had fun learning the facts about the types of the whiskey. Huge shout-out to Lacey!! She was incredible and welcoming, we feel like we have a new friend, She made our trip!!! Can't wait to come back again. Michelle and Steve from MN

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10 Experience – A Must-Visit! We did the Distillery Tour With Tasting at Leiper's Fork Distillery and it was absolutely amazing from start to finish! The tour was not only informative and engaging, but the tasting was also top-notch—every spirit we sampled was crafted with care and rich in flavor. You can really feel the passion and history behind every bottle. What made the experience even better was the stunning location—nestled in the most gorgeous area of the Tennessee mountains, it felt like a hidden gem. Peaceful, scenic, and full of Southern charm. We would 100% do it again and have already recommended it to friends and family. If you’re anywhere near the area, make sure you don’t miss this!

Thank you for speaking at the Downtown Franklin Rotary Club! And thank you for giving back to our local community, you are simply awesome! If you are visiting Franklin or a local looking for a fun adventure take a short drive to Leiper's Fork and take a tour and sample some fine local whisky! Cheers

Absolutely stunning little place to have a whiskey tasting, a picnic in the back of just to stop through the gift shop. Don't forget to sign up for the Whiskey passport!

Date of visit: February 22, 2024 After we left the wonderful, Wines in the Fork, we found this distillery. The atmosphere, decor etc was rustic and warm and inviting and just what we like and needed on a rainy day. My daughter and I opted out of the tour and decided to "sit a spell" on the gorgeous porch with a cocktail. I had their version of a whiskey sour (best I have ever had!) and my daughter had their version of an Old Fashioned. We sat and relaxed in the best rocking chairs on porch for at least 2 hours. My daughter even worked from there and I read my book. Man, I wish this place were close to home!

Small batch producers very nice group and great service. Stopped by for a quick visit would recommend trying it out. Right now it's 1pm on a Friday and there is live music.

What a relaxing way to spend an hour or so on a beautiful spring afternoon with the air fragrant with smoke from the open pit fires and the oak barrels stacked carefully beside the still. You cannot stop here without sampling at least one of the many ryes, bourbons or whiskey sold at the open air bar. The out in the middle of a field setting is beautiful, as is the drive here from Franklin or Brentwood.

Such a unique distillery! And so worth the drive from Nashville. We did an afternoon tour on a Friday. It was only four people total. Very knowledgeable guide explained the different processes for the whiskey and bourbon. Also, stories about the property and prohibition. We tasted the two mashes in the 1K gallon tanks and then went straight to the tasting room for more stories and tasting lessons. The distillery has great seating areas outside with live music, open bar (try the Steeplechase!), and a resident cat with six toes!. Don't forget to visit the gift store for souvenirs and liquor, then take the Natchez Trail back to Nashville!

Totally worth stopping for world class bourbon and whiskey. I recommend starting at the outdoor patio and enjoy a flight of their offerings. Super friendly server. Beautiful spot to sit for a spell sipping bourbon the sunshine. Leipers Fork "downtown" is 3 minutes away and worth a visit too.

Our second time here was very different than our first, yet both were so enjoyable! Our first time here was eoth friends visiting from NY in October but it was dead cold! We enjoyed it nonetheless because the gift shop was plentiful, tour was awesome, the whiskey was delicious! The second visit, we brought our parents and their 95lb dog. It was July, so warm and humid, but an overcast day provided some relief from the sun. We stayed outside while they took the tour. Played some Bags (cornhole) and enjoyed the drinks and snacks from the bar! It was completely different and we got to talk to some of the staff, people who have worked here since the beginning of opening in it's current form, and many friendly Tennesseans who were admiring our pooch. Highly, highly recommend for the tourist and local alike! You will not be disappointed!

This coffee shop, nestled within a vibrant food hall, exudes a warm and welcoming charm with its spacious layout and prominent wooden features. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the delightful scents of diverse cuisines, creating an enticing ambiance. The wooden accents add a rustic touch, enhancing the overall coziness. The ample seating and natural light streaming through large windows make it an inviting space for both solo coffee contemplation and group gatherings. Whether you're drawn to the rich espresso offerings or the variety of pour-over options, this coffee shop in the heart of the food hall provides a delightful blend of comfort and caffeinated indulgence, making it a standout choice for a relaxing and flavorful experience.

Fascinating tour with so much information. I'm not even sure how much of it. I will remember. Learning about how whiskey is made was very interesting. The bartender was funny. My husband and I enjoyed sitting by the fire outside, even though it was very cold.a lovely place for a date

I'm not a whiskey drinker but I frequently take visiting friends to the distillery and take their tour. It's nice to have a distillery nearby that gives a good educational experience and is a good way to spend a few hours entertaining quests.

This is what we were looking for in Nashville - great whiskey and super nice family-style vibe. The whiskey was awesome and we loved the small general store. We would definitely go again.

Dropped in with an out of town friend out of curiosity and something different to do. Left very impressed and ready to visit again. We were too late for the tour, however, enjoyed a sample flight at their outdoor bar. Extremely relaxing and the whiskey actually quite good. Ended up bringing a bottle home.

Awesome distillery. They offer white whisky, bourbon, and Tennessee Whisky. Excellent flavors and some fab cocktails. Giant fire pits were burning and live music on the front porch. A great place to hang out. Super friendly staff. We loaded up with bottles of whisky and bourbon, bourbon soaked pecans and even got the t-shirt. Leaving with a glow of happiness.

Great Tour! Learned a ton & had an amazing time! Excellent gift shop!!! Would definitely recommend!!

Had so much fun doing the tour and tasting! It was a rainy day in Franklin and we were looking for an activity for our group of 6. This was great! The guide was so nice, informative, spoke loud and clear and we learned a lot! The setting of the distillery is beautiful and would have also been fun to stay and hang out on a sunshine-y day! Loved the tasting and Learning more about the whiskey bourbon, process, history, etc. I wouldn't call myself a bourbon gal, but i feel more comfortable ordering a bourbon at a bar after learning "there is no wrong way to drink a bourbon."

Working on completing the Tennessee Whiskey Trail and this is one of my last stops along the way. 37 total stops and each distillery is very unique. This was one of the least interesting. Small bar on the back deck that offers a little cocktail menu in plastic cups. It has a cute cabin for a store and a very nice outdoor seating area. The staff was helpful and friendly but wasn't impressed with the drinks I had. It's worth checking out l, but overall not impressed compared to most of the other distilleries I visit s even the same day.

I visited Tennessee with my buddy and our friend we visited there took us to a private tour of this amazing Distillery! The entire process was carefully explained to me in a way that even I understood, heheh. :-) The distillery itself looks like a beautiful rustic barn, and I even got to sample their newest batch made that day. Wow! Strong stuff, but gooooood! We were treated like family and even hung out with the staff in the back for a while. Nothing like feeling right at home, I say! I'd love to come back for another visit.

Very nice tour, GREAT mixed drinks. Unlike the horribly syrupy sweet frozen cocktails/slushies you might get at a winery in upstate NY the ones here are all goodness. If they have bread made from the distillation process grab some, it is a wonderful sourdough.

Tennessee is such a beautiful state and this distillery is situated in a wonderful setting. A tour is distinguished by your guide and our guide was animated and knowledgeable about their product and the history of whiskey. It's store and tasting room are housed in an old Cabin built by James Daniels. The cabin was not original to the land and was moved there in the last ten years or so. The tour takes place where the magic happens as one would assume. If you go, bring your questions as well because I don't think anyone was disappointed about our tour guide's wealth of knowledge on the subject. The tasting room is set up at the bar and on high top shared tables. They have a cute little shop in the cabin as well. Would definitely recommend as a stop, but it's not a place to bring the kids.

The spirits were very good but it was a bit pricy. The live music on a Sunday was pretty good too.

Best whiskey in my opinion. Excellent cozy vibe here. Love coming as a local all year round.

One of the prettiest distilleries I've visited and one of the best tours. Didn't feel rushed and we were able to ask questions. Tour guide was fun, witty and personable. Tasting following was equally as professional and personable. Great product here in a fun setting. Interesting history as well. Nice selection in gift shop.

I love visiting this place. Not only is it beautiful, but the drinks made from their whiskey are very creative. When they have music, it's the best!

Highly recommend a visit out of the hustle and bustle to this distillery! Our tour guide, Paul was incredible and knowledgeable about all things whiskey. My husband enjoyed the tasting. I don't even drink and found the tour incredible!

My fiancé and her parents visited the distillery this past weekend and we absolutely loved it Paul did a great job with the tour and provided some excellent background information on the history of whiskey and how it came to Tennessee! The taste testing was awesome Paul did a really good job demonstrating how to properly get all the flavors out of the whiskey by smelling it the right way also some cool tricks to reveal some of those hidden flavors inside the whiskey! We will definitely recommend to all of our friends and family to come check out the distillery it was awesome!

Lovely set up they have. You can sit a spell on the front porch in the rockers or sit out back at a table or walk around and smell the whiskey. Perfect place for a day outing. They had live music, a gift shop and a bartender whipping up tasty cocktails on the back deck. I think they said tours start on the hour if you'd like to see the whiskey making process, as well.

What a unique experience! New to the area and visited with friends. Tour and tasting is a must then add some time for drinks at the outside bar. If you are looking for "something to write home about" experience, add this one to the list!

I didnt get a chance to try the whisky flight, but the bourbon cocktails were worthy of repeating. After two, I was feeling mighty fine! Service was friendly and informative. Wished I had had time to do a tasting. Next time!

Came here hoping to catch a tour but unfortunately the timing didn't work out. Still stuck around a bit to look at the grounds and enjoy their gift shop - shoutout to the friendly and knowledgeable staff. This is a great option for whiskey lovers out there in the area!

This place is cool. Nice little distillery. We were going to take the tour, but just missed the start of it. The tickets are $18.00 a piece, a little pricey. We did get a flight taster, and three ciders that were $48.00, a little pricey also. I really liked the Natchez Tennessee white whiskey, yummy.

So much history at this little place! A 200 yr old cabin is on the property which houses the store and tasting room. We really enjoyed our tour and tasting. This place has only been in business for 5 yrs yet seems very well established. Personally I don't drink whisky, but even with that I still very much enjoyed our visit here. Live music out on the porch and our tour guy was fantastic! If u love whisky, this is a must go to place. If u just want to get out and enjoy a little bit of Leiper's fork, go get a sangria slushy and sit and listen to some music!

Great tour and good whiskey. The location and history are very cool. We enjoyed the tour and the tasting. The location takes you back in time. I am excited on a return visit over the next couple of years while Leiper's Fork has more product to offer (not going to give it away). I was excited about their coffee (had to purchase). The tour guide was excellent. Even though we are in Covid times I felt safe / okay. A strong recommend.

You know when you can just tell people take pride in what they do, have a passion for their craft plus mix in a "family" element - these things make for a special vistors experience. As others have said - tour guide Pops is also a special kinda character. His love for this place, his understanding of the whiskey-making process and his back-porch country witticism stole the afternoon. A beautiful facility, a coozy tasting room and the house black cat had everyone's attention for the hour + we spent at the facility. Again - special thanks to Pops for looking out for our slower-moving grandma and for his attention to ALL the details during our visit. Did I mention the whiskey and bourbon are fantastic? Must Visit!

Excellent stop just a short drive from Franklin. Staff was friendly. Lots of lawn games and tabletop activity plus live music!

Always such a cool place to go. Great ambiance. Only problem is the women that work there are always rude.

This was a very small and homey distillery with great product. We ended up purchasing whiskey and gin. They were knowledgeable and shared their short history. I imagine they'll be expanding their products soon nice quality.

They do not serve food, but their drinks are simple yet delish. Service: was amazing everyone except for the lady at the porch were nice. Ambiance:beautiful little distillery with live music beautiful grounds loved love it will definitely go back

Cool place! Little shop, fires , places to get drinks, tours. Kind staff. Glad we made the drive out there!

This is my go to place for friends visiting. It's so wonderful to have this place in our community. The southern hospitality is what brings you in and the tasty bourbon and whiskey keep us coming back. They have a veteran discount and appreciate their community. You'll also learn so much! The frozé is a must try!

Some of you are probably doing a double-take right now. You may be saying to yourself, "Wait. Kelly's giving a whiskey distillery a five star review? She doesn't even like whiskey!" If this is what you're thinking...you are absolutely correct. While I've never had a taste for whiskey, I visited Leiper's Fork with a few family members on a recent trip to Nashville and I was extremely impressed. This is a place that even the most skeptical of whiskey-drinkers can enjoy! I love the whole atmosphere of Leiper's Fork, and the environment immediately drew me in. Fantastic live music happening on the sprawling front porch, warm wood tones everywhere, and an overall air of relaxed camaraderie makes this a fantastic place. We started our tour by tasting three different types of whiskey. I have to be honest, the only one I could really tolerate was the clear whiskey (I've always been a gin/vodka girl), but I can tell you that my whiskey-loving brother-in-law was gulping down the samples with glee. After the tasting we walked around the property with our guide and learned how they make their whiskey from start to finish. I think my overall favorite part about this whole adventure was the upbeat attitude of our tour guide. He clearly had such a passion for his craft and truly enjoyed telling us stories about how the whiskey is made and his personal experiences in the industry. This is a wonderful "off the beaten path" place to bring friends and family when visiting the Nashville area. Cheers!

What an interesting little place. It's a cute little distillery that you will easily pass if you're not keeping your eyes peeled. Very scenic, with a great porch to relax on, and little picture-friendly areas so that you get the all around feel of a Tennessee distillery. The drive there is gorgeous, and the grounds are great to visit, but there's very little other than the tour. They only have two different bottles for sale, but not much else in the shop. The staff are very friendly and will happily answer any questions that you have, but there's not much to do or see here. Hopefully as they continue to grow this will become a much better destination, but as for right now, it's just okay.

Such a great place. Paul, you are a treasure! Thank you for your knowledge, wit, and charm! The spirits were delicious, and the information was priceless. I highly recommend visiting this distillery tour.

This was a neat little place to visit. My husband liked the whiskey. They had a slushy drink outside that was good too. The drive to get there was pretty and green. We live in CA. so we aren't used to all the beautiful greenery. We went in July and it was very hot and humid. Seating is mostly outside. They have some seating inside but it was reserved the day we went. This day we went, we looked up and Johnny Knoxville was coming in. They rushed him upstairs so only a few people noticed him come in.

My husband and I attended the tour yesterday. Our tour guide was well educated and entertaining. Most importantly the whiskey and bourbon was good.

Very nice spot to take a distillery tour or enjoy a guided tasting. We opted to skip the tour but enjoyed the tasting, which was led by a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. The whiskey and rye were very tasty. We also enjoyed sitting outside on the porch, enjoyed the view and were welcomed by a friendly and vocal cat.

An extremely fun tour, full of history and a little folklore. The cabin is beautifully restored and keeps a rustic and homey air. My tour guide Pops is very knowledgeable and made this a great tour. The bourbon and other products were great and they offer a wide array of gifts and keepsakes. I will be going back in Spring to see the area at it's best and you can bet I will do the tour again.

We stumbled across this quaint gem on our way to Leiper's fork. The grounds are well manicured and the staff was inviting. We had a rosemary Julep which was excellent and refreshing while we waited for our tasting group to start. We sampled some very good whiskies from this distillery and picked up a few bottles to go. The front porch is a great place for sipping.

I was visiting a friend in Franklin and wanted to do a distillery tour. She'd gone on this tour several times and said this place was her favorite. Now I know why! Such a great experience...Pops is a gem and gave an informative, fun, and special tour. He says their goal with tours is for everyone to feel like family when they leave, and he accomplishes just that. He's genuine and kind, full of info and jokes. Do not leave the area without checking out Lieper's Fork Distillery. You'll understand the picture I included with my review AFTER you do the tour :)

Absolutely the best. Do the tour/tasting. You will not be disappointed. Food trucks, live music, and great overall atmosphere.