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General admission tickets include access to the tasting floor, panels, select tastings, and live demos. Grab a VIP ticket for early entry, exclusive tastings, lounge access, and more.

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We all know Kentucky does bourbon best — and this local event is pouring the proof.

BourbonCon returns to Lexington on Friday, January 16 and Saturday, January 17, transforming the Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort and Spa into a bourbon lover’s playground.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • Pours from 40+ distilleries
  • Bourbon-infused culinary experiences
  • Tastings and breakout sessions with industry pros

...and more.

From a Prohibition-style Bootleggers Banquet to a mobile cigar lounge, this fourth-annual celebration has something for everyone.

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