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Social Events
STORIED BOURBONS AND GOOD STORIES. TWO CENTURIES IN THE MAKING
Our distillery is full of historic moments. These grounds are rich with memories. From curated venue spaces to tours and tastings, you’ll leave here with stories to tell for generations to come.
OUR INDOOR VENUES
THE KITCHEN TABLE
BAR & RESTAURANT
Some families want a fancier kitchen. All we’ve ever wanted is a bigger table. Built in 2022, our full-service cocktail bar and restaurant brings friends and family together for dinners, receptions, and entertaining.
CAPACITY
Full Space – 120
Fred’s Den – up to 30
The Porch – up to 45
AMENITIES
- WiFi
- Speaker System (w/ Microphone)
- Two Projector Screens
- Outdoor Viewing Deck
AMERICAN OUTPOST TASTING ROOM
INDOOR EVENT SPACE
Give your guests a taste of history, both on our grounds and in a glass. Nestled on the top floor of the iconic American Outpost, our tasting room has enough space for a larger get-together or can be sectioned off for a more intimate setting. Add a tasting experience that features historic whiskeys to round out a memorable event.
CAPACITY
Up to 60
AMENITIES
- 1 large room
- Convertible Privacy Wall
- 10 tables (60 chairs)
- Attached pantryroom
- Multiple power receptacles
- WiFi
OUR OUTDOOR SPACES
THE COURTYARD
OUTDOOR TERRACE
Just outside the Kitchen Table, the courtyard creates an intimate setting for large teams with lush landscaping and warm lighting. Host speakers and seminars from a one-of-a-kind outdoor stage and bring everyone together for handcrafted cocktails at free-standing bars.
CAPACITY
Reception – 150
Seated – 100
AMENITIES
- WiFi
- Sound System
- Privacy
- Aesthetic Lighting
- Tables & Seating
- Bar Service Areas
THE EVENT LAWN
OUTDOOR EVENT SPACE
Kentuckians know how to turn a yard into an unforgettable event space. Our family has been doing it for over two centuries. The distillery’s outdoor plaza is made for receptions, family reunions, or any big gathering. There’s enough space for outdoor games, bands and toasts.
CAPACITY
Up to 150
AMENITIES
- WiFi
- Power
- Sound Sytem
- Natural Grass Surface
- Bar
THE COCKTAIL GROVE
OUTDOOR TERRACE
Our fully-paved cocktail grove hosts outdoor, large format events that stand apart. From the space, guests get sweeping views of our distillery grounds and the surrounding Kentucky landscape. It can remain open or be covered with a 40’x60’ tent for a more intimate setting.
CAPACITY
Up to 200
AMENITIES
- WiFi
- Power
- Water
- Sound Sytem
- Solid Surface
OTHER BEAM MADE EXPERIENCES
DISCOVER OUR DISTILLERY EXPERIENCES
There’s lots to do during your time at the distillery. From bourbon tastings that take you through centuries of distilling to tours that take you where few have gone. Only in Clermont can you put on an event while exploring the past, present and future of American Whiskey.
DISTILLERY TOURS
Get an immersive introduction to bourbon. Explore both our historic spaces or our newest facilities.
IN-DEPTH & HANDS ON
Explore our rackhouses to learn about maturation or bottle your own Knob Creek Single Barrel.
COCKTAIL CLASSES
Bring everyone together for cocktail making with a Beam mixologist.
TASTINGS
Learn how to properly taste bourbon and how every part of the process affects the final product.
More to Explore
OUR BRANDS
There are plenty of bourbons out there. But none like these.
ABOUT JAMES B. BEAM DISTILLING CO.
When something is made the Beam way, it’s backed by principles that withstand the test of time.
Buy Your Own Barrel
Join us at the James B. Beam Distilling CO. for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to select your own private barrel of Knob Creek®.
