The Legends Series is where bourbon and horse racing come together for the ultimate Kentucky mash-up! Now in its 12th year, this iconic event at the Kentucky Derby Museum is all about celebrating the spirit (and spirits) of Kentucky.
It all starts with fermented mash, grain, yeast, and water – but it’s the artful mixture of these basic ingredients that makes for a legendary bourbon. Enjoy an evening of bourbon tasting as titans of the industry share insights that will enhance your knowledge and appreciation for the state’s most savored spirit.
Each event takes place at Kentucky Derby Museum from 5:30pm-8:00pm and includes a welcome cocktail, dinner, expert-led bourbon tastings and panel discussion.
Single Event Ticket: $100
Legends Series: Heaven Hill & Max Shapira, Executive Chairman of Heaven Hill Brands
February 20, 2025 | 5:30PM - 8:00PM | Kentucky Derby Museum
Enjoy dinner, bourbon tastings, and lively discussion with Kentucky Derby Museum resident bourbon expert, Fred Minnick and Max Shapira, Executive Chairman of Heaven Hill Brands.
TASTING LINEUP:
• Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 Vintage
• Parker’s Heritage Collection 18th Edition - Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey
• Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Fall 2024
• Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Rye Whiskey
Legends Series: Angel’s Envy with Special Guest Owen Martin, Master Distiller
March 20, 2025 | 5:30PM - 8:00PM | Kentucky Derby Museum
Angel's Envy is taking over the Museum to kick off Spring and celebrate the Museum's 40th anniversary in a commemorative way. Enjoy tasting four distinct bourbons as Fred Minnick chats with Angel's Owen Martin, Master Distiller.
TASTING LINEUP:
• Angel's Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Port Wine Barrels
• Angel's Envy Triple Oak
• Angel's Envy Bottled-in-Bond Cask Strength
• Angel's Envy Single Barrel KDM 40th Anniversary Private Selection Bottle
The event is hosted by KDM Bourbon Authority, Fred Minnick. Fred is an American wine and spirits writer, who began professionally writing about wine and spirits in 2006. He helped found Bourbon+, which covers the bourbon industry.
*Must be age 21+ for bourbon tasting. Purchase is nonrefundable.
Tickets will not be mailed. Bring your confirmation e-mail (QR ticket). Your name will always be on the check-in list the night of the event.
