ALL NEW
THE SPEAKEASY
Walk behind the curtain and into The Speakeasy, the Kentucky Bourbon Festival’s newest lounge experience. This sophisticated, Prohibition-inspired retreat lets guests relax between visits to distillery tents and Premium Events.
This curated experience includes:
OPEN FRI & SAT 12-5:45pm, SUN 12-3:45pm
- An exclusive air-conditioned tent with comfortable lounge seating
- A private bar featuring curated bourbon programming and signature cocktails
- 3 complimentary drink tickets daily (plus cash bar access)
- Grab and go light bites
- Featured guest appearances and special programming
THE LINEUP
ANGEL'S ENVY
Friday, Sept. 11
2:15-3:15 p.m.
Join Angel’s Envy for an exclusive Speakeasy takeover featuring three one-of-a-kind cocktails and an intimate afternoon with our brand ambassadors.
Global brand ambassador Angel Teta will showcase a special Bourbon & Bubbles pairing, while brand ambassador Titus Teague will highlight an innovative Carbonated Cocktail. Together, they’ll share their passion for cocktail creativity, innovation, and all things Angel’s Envy.
Come sip, discover, and experience Angel’s Envy in a whole new way.
This is a premium event sold separately from admission to the festival. Must have admission ticket prior to purchase.
JIM GAFFIGAN & FATHERTIME
Saturday, Sept. 12
2:15-3:15 p.m.
Legendary comedian, Jim Gaffigan, is the founder of Fathertime Bourbon. Seriously, we’re not joking. He really does! And if you want to meet him, say hello and grab a photo with Jim, then you want to get a ticket to this Saturday Speakeasy session titled, “From Stage to Barrel.” Gaffigan and Dan Callaway, vice president of product development at Lofted Spirits, will host a “fireside chat” to discuss and taste this award-winning whiskey, and probably, crack a few jokes.
This special pop-up—for Saturday Speakeasy ticket holders only—includes the opportunity to buy one (1) bottle per ticket holder of Fathertime “The Caboose” Empty Nester Cask Strength Bourbon, signed by Jim Gaffigan. Buyers will receive their bottle at that time.
This is a premium event sold separately from admission to the festival. Must have admission ticket prior to purchase.
PAPPY & COMPANY
Sunday, Sept. 13
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Join Pappy & Company for an intimate afternoon with the Van Winkle sisters, great-granddaughters of Pappy Van Winkle. In this cozy and air-conditioned setting, we’ll start with a guided tasting of their unique barrel-aged cocktail mixers—including the iconic Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned Mix, the smoky-sweet Kentucky Sour, and the decadent Espresso Elixir. We’ll also taste delicious bites such as warm cornbread drizzled with bourbon barrel-aged maple syrup and creamy goat cheese paired with our signature barrel-aged maple syrup.
Enjoy all this while exploring the heritage, hospitality and craftsmanship that have shaped this legendary family’s legacy. Through stories, conversation, and shared experiences, you’ll gain a deeper look into the people and traditions behind the Van Winkle brand. It’ll be a terrific way to relax on a Sunday afternoon.