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LET'S KEEP BOURBON IN KENTUCKY

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An Economic Engine

As worldwide demand for Bourbon continues to soar, so will our jobs, economic growth, tax dollars, and tourism in communities across Kentucky.

  • Kentucky Bourbon is a $9 billion economic and tourism powerhouse for the Commonwealth, now generating more jobs, more payroll, more tax revenue, more tourists, and more distilleries in more Kentucky counties than ever before.
  • Distillers filled a record 2.6 million barrels last year, up from 2.4 million in 2021, and marking the fourth consecutive year surpassing 2 million barrels.
  • Bourbon provides Kentucky families with more than 23,100 good-paying, stable jobs.
  • Bourbon in Kentucky has an annual payroll topping $1.63 billion.
  • Bourbon in Kentucky provides $358 million in local and state taxes each year.

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Say Thanks to Those Who Help Make Bourbon and Kentucky the Perfect Pairing.
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Bourbon Tourism Takes Hold

Millions of curious visitors grow local economies.

  • The Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® last year provided a record 2.5 million-plus experiences to visitors from across the country and world.
  • Tourism on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® skyrocketed 286% in the past decade.
  • Kentucky distillers in 2022 gained the privilege of opening one satellite tasting room, bringing economic impact beyond their home localities.
  • More than 76% of visitors are from outside Kentucky and nearly half have household incomes over $100,000.
  • These visitors are a boon for local communities, generating valuable revenue and tax dollars while boosting their hospitality industries.

Bourbon Tourism Takes Hold

Millions of curious visitors grow local economies.

  • The Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® last year provided a record 2.5 million-plus experiences to visitors from across the country and world.
  • Tourism on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® skyrocketed 286% in the past decade.
  • Kentucky distillers in 2022 gained the privilege of opening one satellite tasting room, bringing economic impact beyond their home localities.
  • More than 76% of visitors are from outside Kentucky with and average income of more than $130,000.
  • These visitors are a boon for local communities, generating valuable revenue and tax dollars while boosting their hospitality industries.
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VISIT THE KENTUCKY BOURBON TRAIL®

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Bourbon Dominance at Risk

Kentucky’s status as the one, true and authentic home for Bourbon takes ongoing commitment.

  • While Kentucky’s recent distilling growth is significant, we have fallen far behind the growth rates of competitor states.
  • Kentucky now has less than 3% of all distilling permits nationwide, whereas the state held 25% of all permits just 10 years ago.
  • There are now 4,450 distilled spirits licensed operations in the U.S. with only 128 in Kentucky.
  • Kentucky fell from 11th to 12th nationally in number of distilleries last year, federal data show.
  • Since 2015, Kentucky has been surpassed in number of distilleries by Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Florida.
  • Kentucky still makes 95% of the world’s Bourbon, but any distilleries Kentucky loses to other states could grow into major producers.
  • Tequila and agave spirits outsold all American whiskeys for the first time ever in 2021.
  • Will clear spirits resurge in the market, pushing Kentucky distillers back into the bust days of the 1970s and ’80s?

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  • Encourage and welcome Bourbon tourism locally and statewide.
  • Build inviting communities that offer amenities and experiences for local residents and visitors alike.
  • Support the industry’s smart growth, bringing new jobs and revenue to your community.
  • Make Kentucky the top destination for Bourbon investment and job creation.
  • Learn about Kentucky Bourbon, its history, its impact, its members and its supply chain, including local farm families and cooperages.
  • Connect with friends and family. The spirit of Bourbon is best shared.

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