Founded by three partners and natives of the area, in 2022, Southern Kentucky Distillery produced the first “legal” bourbon in Cumberland County since prohibition. Cumberland County was “dry” between prohibition until its residents voted it wet in 2016. We are located in the Foothill Mountains of Appalachia between Lake Cumberland, Dale Hollow Lake and the Cumberland River. This area is visited each year by thousands of water enthusiasts and fishermen. We feel that our location is ideal to offer tours and connect with many potential customers in the South and Midwest.
We had Christian as our tour guide.
Clearly he loves his job and craft! We were educated and entertained!
It’s reasonable to like one or two products, but honestly, here… read more at SKD I really enjoyed each product! Proof thereof, we walked out with 6 different bottles!
We will come back!
Wonderful atmosphere, experience and employees. I always enjoy visiting SKD… and LOVE the drinks. 10/10 recommend taking a tour as well.
Good drinks and good people!
We had a great experience at SKD. We are from out of state and in Kentucky for a graduation. Micheal was taking us on the tour. He is incredibly kind… read more and passionate about the experience he gave us and his role at the distillery. He took the time to answer your questions and share their stories with you. Luther was around for our tasting and showed us part of the bottling assembly. He was very knowledgeable about their process, giving great insight into what they do and how they do it. We got to meet Junior as our tour was ending and spoke with him for bit. When learning upon why we were in town and what my degree was in he gave friendly and genuine advice as he shares a background in the same degree. We are very fortunate to have come across this distillery and had such an amazing experience. We will be telling friends and family at home about our time with SKD. Can’t forget the helpful women behind the bar as they were also kind and make a great cocktail. Thank you to the SKD team!
Becky is amazing! There is no better place in Burkesville KY!! Best bourbon and vodka!!!
Has the best tour and educated about the entire process how they started good ole fashioned hospitality! Thank you SKD
Had a great time on this tour. Michael made this a great time for our group of 10. Definitely worth your time
It’s awesome!
Jessica
April 4, 2026
Chan
August 15, 2025
Sara
February 28, 2026
Tehya
December 14, 2025
Jenna
October 17, 2025
Joylee
March 12, 2026
Adam
February 16, 2025
Josh
February 15, 2025