Back in 2005 Bourbons Bistro opened their doors and kicked off a culture of Bourbonism that has grown to define a way of life here in the Bluegrass state and beyond.

Twenty years in, Bourbons Bistro is still going strong and planning a party to celebrate two decades of providing patrons with outstanding food, top-notch customer service, and thousands of perfect pours.

You’re invited to join us on Thursday, March 27th for great food, good times, and, of course, bourbon!

Cash bar - 6:00pm to 11:00pm

Tastings and bourbon experiences - 6:00pm to 9:00pm*

Complimentary appetizers from Bourbons Bistro - 6:00pm to 10pm

*Tastings will be subject to a minimal charge at the door.

These distilleries are scheduled to appear:

Angel’s Envy ~ Blue Run ~ Buzzard’s Roost ~ Castle & Key ~ Heaven Hill ~ Jefferson’s Bourbon ~ Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. ~ Log Still ~ Maker’s Mark ~ Michter’s ~ Old Forester ~ Tito’s Handmade Vodka

In 1865, Ashland Distillery became the first federally registered distillery in Lexington, Kentucky, and was assigned the distinction of RD#1. Later renamed the William Tarr Distillery, it was a powerhouse producer in the state until prohibition. In 2020, Lexington entrepreneurs, awe-struck by the stories of these bourbon firsts, formed a new brand, RD Spirits, to keep alive this historical gem and help write the next chapter. Meet RD1 Brand ambassador Barry Brinegar who will guide you through all the spirits RD1 has to offer.

Learn more about the history of this distillery, their KY Straight Bourbon Whiskeys, and unique finishings in barrel. The dinner will be an intimate experience where you can enjoy a gourmet four-course meal and connect with a growing brand to get all the inside details.

Menu for the evening:
- Tuna Poke Nacho with sesame oil, soy sauce, topped with Asian slaw and wonton chip
- Summer Salad: Arcadian mixed greens, balsamic vinaigrette, fresh strawberries, feta cheese, pistachio
- Salmon topped with red chimichurri, fresh cut corn and edamame succotash, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, chives
- Turtle Brownie: dark chocolate brownie, praline, mousseline, toasted pecans bourbon caramel, chocolate syrup

Learn more about this unique distillery at rd1spirits.com

Taxes and gratuity included in price. Click on the button below and select “Experiences” on our Open Table page.

Bourbons Bistro is proud to welcome Beam Suntory
on Wednesday, March 27th, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. 

$92 per person includes tax and gratuity 

Guest speaker Beth Burrows, Senior American Whiskey Ambassador of the James B. Beam Distilling Co., will guide patrons through the different tastings and talk about the unique story behind Beam Suntory.

Diners will enjoy a special Basil Hayden cocktail upon arrival, then will be presented with a three-course meal paired with tastings from Knob Creek, Baker's, and Booker's.

Chef McFarland's gourmet menu will feature a fresh kale salad followed by tequila-lime shrimp with caramelized lime and chili compound butter over pasta. For dessert he'll be serving a decadent cheesecake topped with Jim Beam cherry bitters glaze, orange zest, and Luxardo maraschino cherries.

Go to Bourbons Bistro's Open Table page and click on Experiences to reserve your spot today.