A craft distillery in Adairville producing premium small-batch American whiskey from hand-selected barrels in rural south-central Kentucky.
B.H. James Distillers is one of the newest additions to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, joining in 2025. Located in Adairville in south-central Kentucky, this craft operation focuses on small-batch American whiskey made from hand-selected barrels of fewer than 10 per batch. The distillery offers an intimate, personal experience that's typical of Kentucky's rural craft scene. You'll see the production process up close and taste their carefully curated expressions. Adairville is in the same Western Kentucky region as Dueling Grounds (Franklin) and is accessible from Nashville, making it part of the emerging southern Kentucky bourbon corridor.
Tour the small-batch distillery and taste their premium whiskey expressions. Learn about their hand-selection process for barrel curation.
Brand new to the trail and in a rural location — walk-ups are standard. Check website or call for current hours.
Booking Method: Walk-up or call
Hardest Slots: Rarely an issue
Cancellation: Flexible
Walk-Up Chance: Excellent
Their small-batch whiskey and basic merchandise. Supporting a genuine small craft operation.
B.H. James is a fresh addition to the Western Kentucky trail — best for completists and visitors already in the Nashville-to-Bowling-Green corridor. The small-batch, hand-selected approach produces quality spirits. Pair with Dueling Grounds for a southern Kentucky craft day.
Address: Adairville, KY 42202
Hours: Check website for current hours
Parking: Free parking.
Kids: Allowed. No tasting under 21.
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