![]() Huge wooden beams framed glistening vats, sunlight streamed through the large windows revealing the serene countryside around us, and a dazzling, multi-tiered chandelier was suspended above it all. Yes, I just called a liquor production facility beautiful…who even knew that was a thing? Clearly they’ve never met a Canadian before, because basically that’s just an average Wednesday where I come from.Īs our guide led us through the production area and expertly explained the process of small batch whiskey making while introducing us to the staff milling about, I couldn’t help but get distracted by how darn beautiful it was. “Y’all are from Canada?” they exclaimed as we set off into the distillery, incredulous someone would travel two-thousand miles just to drink. We joined a young Tennessee couple for the site tour, which kicks off at the top of the hour throughout the day. It was clear we were in for an unforgettable experience when we arrived to find a gorgeous log cabin outfitted with twinkling lights, antler chandeliers, stonework and meticulous landscaping, surrounded by green, rolling Tennessee hills. I began to strongly consider smuggling in a bit of a chaser for the next stop.įortunately, my palate is apparently a quick learner (or maybe the fact that it was now closer to “5 o’clock somewhere” made it a bit easier to drink straight booze), because my next tasting experience at nearby Leiper’s Fork Distillery went a little smoother. Like, you wouldn’t even believe the noises I made trying to get the spirits down sans soda. It was here that I realized as much as I like booze, perhaps drinking the hard stuff straight up before noon was a bit more than even this Alberta-born girl could handle. ![]() There are daily tours of the small operations area where staff explain how the grains, malts and botanicals like juniper berries, citrus and coriander are used to make the spirits, followed by the opportunity to sip them at the adjacent tasting bar. Their motto is to craft spirits they’re proud to put Clark’s name on, and “make a little bit, but make it really good.” The focus on quality over quantity is apparent while sipping on their Tennessee Bourbon, dry gin and flavoured spirits, which are all hand-bottled in the micro batch distillery. Priorities, people.Ĭompany Distilling in Thompson’s Station, TN So when I was invited down south to check out some Tennessee whiskey tours, not only did I get that plane ticket booked ASAP but I also had my entire outfit already planned out. I guess I look a bit more like a champagne kinda gal-that is, until I slip on my prized possession: a black cowboy hat emblazoned with the iconic Jack Daniel’s No. For as long as I can remember, Jack & Coke has been my drink of choice, much to the amusement of bartenders who usually do a double take when I order it. It felt like I’d be training for this moment my whole life (OK, more like 14 years because #LegalDrinkingAge, but you get the idea). Specifically my favourite thing ever, Jack Daniel’s. ![]() Yup, this little blonde girl from Canada flew all the way from the Great White North with a cowboy hat and boots taking up half my suitcase, with one sole goal in mind: to drink allll the Tennessee whiskey. This post may contain affiliate links, which Globe Guide receives compensation for with each click or purchase at no additional cost to you. Others make the trip to explore its gorgeous waterfalls and expansive parks, let loose along Nashville’s infamous party strip Lower Broadway, or maybe city hop around the state, checking out great spots like Franklin and Memphis. Most people head to Tennessee for the country music.
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