Our Story in Every Bottle
Spirits shaped by place, crafted with intention, and meant to be shared.
OUR SPIRITS
Wheated Bourbon
A softer, sweeter expression with wheat replacing rye in the mashbill.
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Experimental Series
Pushing the Boundaries of Spirits
Our Experimental Series is our homage to E.H. Taylor Jr. and the spirit of exploration that inspired the architecture of this very property. Just as Taylor drew inspiration from his world travels and brought it back to Kentucky, we channel that same curiosity into an exploration of flavor. Each release offers a new lens into our craft. Pick up a bottle from our Experimental Series only on site.
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OUR STORY
Where Tradition Writes Its Next Chapter
Founded in 1887 by Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr., Castle & Key was built on the belief that great spirits are shaped by place and hospitality. Today, our spirits continue to draw their character from the homeplace, crafted on-site, and rooted in history.
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STEP INTO THE GROUNDS
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More than a distillery. A destination. Walk the gardens, tour the distillery, and discover how bourbon hospitality was meant to be experienced.
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Host an Event
Castle & Key offers inspired spaces and warm, intentional hospitality for gatherings of all sizes. Plan your day in a place where every detail feels crafted.
Weddings at the Castle
A romantic, storied setting for ceremonies and receptions that feel unforgettable from start to finish.
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Gatherings
From corporate retreats to personal celebrations, fundraisers, and social events, Castle & Key offers inspired spaces for gatherings of every kind.
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FEATURED RECIPES
Craft Something Worth Sharing
Thoughtfully made, beautifully balanced, and easy to craft at home. Explore cocktails designed to highlight the character of our spirits.
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Bird of Paradise
Bird of Paradise
Ingredients
- 2 oz Roots of Ruin Gin
- 0.75 oz Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Raspberry Syrup
- 3 drops Orange Blossom Water
- 1 Egg White
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in shaker, without ice, and dry shake to emulsify all ingredients. Then add ice and shake. Now fine strain into Coupe glass.
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Caber-Neigh Froze
Caber-Neigh Froze
Ingredients
- 1 oz Sacred Spring Vodka
- 3 oz Cabernet Sauvignon
- 1.5 oz Spiced Simple Syrup *
- 1.0 oz Lemon Juice
- 1.5 oz Coca-Cola
Instructions
Combine Cabernet, Sacred Spring Vodka, spiced syrup, and lemon juice inside a tumbler with ice. Shake vigorously and strain over fresh ice into a stemless wine glass. Top with C...
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Charente Julep
Charente Julep
Ingredients
- 2 oz Castle & Key Small Batch Bourbon
- 0.5 oz Pineau Des Charentes
- 8 Mint Leaves
Instructions
Combine ingredients in a Julep cup and gently muddle mint. Add crushed ice. Garnish with mint sprig and orange peel or florals of your choosing.
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The Boiler Room
Once the heart of the distillery's operations, our Boiler Room now welcomes guests into a space where history and the present exist side by side. Find the full Castle & Key portfolio of spirits, along with a rotating selection of limited releases and site-exclusive merchandise.
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