ShelbyKY is Your Bourbon Destination^®

Nestled between Kentucky’s two largest cities, ShelbyKY — Shelbyville, Simpsonville, and Shelby County, Kentucky — is the American Saddlebred Capital of the World and Your Bourbon Destination™. With 90+ horse farms, two distilleries, two wineries, dozens of unique lodging options, and plenty of outdoor adventure, ShelbyKY is authentically Kentucky.

ShelbyKY is home to two world-class distilleries of its own: Jeptha Creed Distillery and Bulleit Distillery, and is within a short drive of nearly every other distillery in Kentucky. You might be saying, "You Had Me At Bourbon" — if you're ready to start planning your visit, scroll down for all of the best distilleries in Kentucky!

Jeptha Creed Distillery

Jeptha Creed Distillery in Shelby County, KY Jeptha Creed Distillery uses old-fashioned methods to meet today’s demanding modern tastes. Jeptha Creed — the first distillery in Shelby County since Prohibition ended — is run by a dynamic…

Bulleit Distilling Co.

Bulleit Distilling in Shelby County, KY Opened to visitors in 2019, Bulleit Distilling Co. leads the industry in state-of-the-art technology and sustainability. The visitor experience is reflective of their approach to the modern…

Kentucky's favorite distilleries

In addition to the fantastic places to stay near Kentucky's distilleries and two world-class distilleries of its own, a large part of what makes ShelbyKY Your Bourbon Destination® is its proximity to other distilleries throughout Kentucky. While planning your visit to any of the distilleries listed below, choose from the many places to stay in ShelbyKY and enjoy a healthy pour of our authentic Southern hospitality.