Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. opened a tasting room in Louisville's NuLu where guests can order cocktails, listen to live music, and taste bourbon straight from the barrel. It has a comfortable and welcoming environment and a gift shop.

Bourbon is serious business in Kentucky. As of 2024, the Bluegrass State has 100 bourbon distilleries, fueling a $9 billion industry. Many of the distilleries are well-known, even famous, like Buffalo Trace, Jim Beam, Woodford Reserve, and Maker's Mark. However, many lesser-known distilleries produce high-quality bourbon and provide fantastic experiences for their guests. The bourbon industry is one of the greatest sources of state pride, and I enjoy visiting distilleries and taprooms to learn what makes each unique. Whiskey Thief, a distillery founded in 2012, just opened a new taproom in Louisville, Kentucky, and after dinner one Saturday night, I recruited my date and went to check it out….