Bottle Shops of The B-Line
The B-Line is home to award-winning distilleries, some of the best bourbon bars in the country according to The Bourbon Review, and restaurants with tantalizing, bourbon based dishes, as you probably already know. You also likely know that all distilleries on The B-Line are able to sell direct to the public in their distillery shop, but did you know there’s more ways to bring Northern Kentucky’s Bourbon experience home? Many of our bar and restaurant stops feature a bottle shop where you can find some limited edition and rare bourbons. So, whether you are looking for the perfect gift for someone, a delicious souvenir, or just want your own bottle of a special barrel pick, read on to see where to get a little piece of Kentucky to bring back with you.
Prohibition Bourbon Bar
Prohibition Bourbon Bar, located at Newberry Bros. Coffee in Newport, Ky. is home to the largest collection of bourbon and rye whiskeys found anywhere. Here you will find an impressive assortment of bourbons from a vast array of distilleries, as well as a great selection of Scotch, Irish, & Japanese whiskeys. Their bottle shop can be accessed online 24/7, but for the best variety you should visit in person during normal hours or set up an appointment. In the bar you will find more than could ever be listed online, including hard to find bottles.
Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar
Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar, or OKBB, was the first bar in Northern Kentucky to be devoted to bourbon. Always adding to their collection, the bar boasts over 800 different bourbons and 200 different whiskeys. Their bottle shop offers rotating selections of bourbons, whiskeys, and drink kits all handpicked by their knowledgeable staff. Let them guide you to a bottle that is sure to fit your tastes.
Revival Vintage Spirits and Bottle Shop
For a unique bottle shop experience look no further than Revival Vintage Spirits. Here you can find pre-prohibition and newer bourbons along with scotch, brandy, tequila, rum, gin, and other spirits available for tasting or purchase. These rare and vintage bottles are sure to please and will make a unique addition to your personal bourbon collection.
Smoke Justis
Located in the historic Citizens Telephone Building, Smoke Justis serves up a mouthwatering menu that highlights tender smoked meats. Their bourbon lounge is home to over 500 unique bourbons to choose from. Their bottle shop, which can be viewed and purchased online, offers single barrels, package deals, and sometimes their own personal blend from local blender Wenzel Whiskey.
More B-Line Bottle Shops
Other options for purchasing a bottle include Libby’s Southern Comfort, Bouquet, Rich’s Proper Food and Drink, Jerry’s Jug House, and Coppin’s at Hotel Covington. Bottle selections change frequently and are often in small supply, so you never know what treasures may be waiting for you! Now’s a great time to grab your B-Line passport from any stop or download the digital guide and see what’s waiting for you in Northern Kentucky.
