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Larrikin Bourbon Co.

A newcomer to the trail in Lawrenceburg bringing Australian spirit to Kentucky bourbon — an innovative craft operation between Frankfort and Lexington.

🏇 Official Bourbon Trail 🇦🇺 Australian Roots
Location
Lawrenceburg
Booking
Easy
Tours
30–45 min
📅
Book Ahead
Walk-In
⏱
Tour Length
30–45 min
🏆
Our Rating
7.3 / 10
Niche pick
📍
Region
Lawrenceburg
Near Wild Turkey

What to Expect

Larrikin Bourbon brings an unexpected twist to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail — Australian founders applying their adventurous "larrikin" spirit to American bourbon craft. Located in Lawrenceburg between Frankfort and Lexington, this newer addition to the trail offers a fresh perspective. The distillery focuses on small-batch bourbon crafted with attention to grain selection and aging. Tours are intimate and the staff is passionate about sharing their unconventional path into Kentucky bourbon making. Lawrenceburg's location makes Larrikin an easy stop between the Frankfort cluster (Buffalo Trace, Castle & Key) and the Lexington distilleries. For visitors who've already hit the big names and want something different, the Australian-meets-Kentucky angle is a fun story.

Photos from Our Visit

Larrikin Bourbon Company exterior with kangaroo statue and orange building
The unmistakable orange exterior — veteran owned, Australian inspired
Larrikin Bourbon tasting room with neon sign and industrial bar seating
The tasting room — neon signage, Australian flag, and industrial vibes
Larrikin Bourbon gift shop with lit bottle displays and merchandise
Gift shop with the full bourbon lineup and branded merch

Tour Options

Distillery Tour & Tasting

★ Top Pick

Tour the craft operation and taste their bourbon lineup. Learn the unique story of how Australian founders ended up making bourbon in Kentucky.

💰 $10–$20
⏱ 30–45 min
📅 Book Walk-up or call

How to Book

Larrikin is a newer operation and doesn't draw huge crowds yet. Walk-ups are typically fine. Check hours before making the trip.

📅 Booking Details

Booking Method: Walk-up or call

Hardest Slots: Rarely an issue

Cancellation: Flexible

Walk-Up Chance: Excellent

Gift Shop

Their bourbon and merchandise are available. A bottle from an Australian-founded Kentucky distillery makes for a unique gift.

Our Honest Ratings

Tour Quality
7.0
Value for Money
8.0
Campus & Grounds
6.5
Gift Shop
6.0
Booking Ease
9.5
Crowd Level
9.5

The Bottom Line

Larrikin is a fun off-beat stop for visitors who've covered the major distilleries and want something with a different story. The Lawrenceburg location between Frankfort and Lexington makes it a convenient add-on. Best paired with nearby Four Roses or Woodford Reserve.

Practical Info

Address: 1319 Versailles Rd, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342

Hours: Check website for current hours

Parking: Free parking.

Kids: Allowed. No tasting under 21.

Nearby & Pair With

Distillery • 10 min drive

Four Roses Distillery

Scenic Lawrenceburg landmark.
Distillery • 2 min drive

Wild Turkey Distillery

Hilltop icon overlooking the Kentucky River. Less than a mile away.
Distillery • 20 min drive

Woodford Reserve

One of the most beautiful distilleries in Kentucky.
Distillery • 20 min drive

Castle & Key

Historic restored distillery in Frankfort.
📍 Itinerary Fit

Itinerary Fit — See how Larrikin Bourbon Co. fits into our 3-Day Bourbon Trail Itinerary and plan your day-by-day route with nearby stops.