About
Larrikin Bourbon Co. is a bold, personality-forward bourbon stop in Lawrenceburg that feels more like a lively whiskey hangout than a traditional headset tour. The vibe is laid back and social, built around a bourbon bar and tasting room where you can settle in, sip something interesting, and actually enjoy the moment instead of rushing through a scripted timeline. The distillery leans into its “larrikin” spirit, a playful, rule-bending attitude inspired by Australian slang, and that energy shows up in the way they host guests, talk bourbon, and frame the visit as an experience first. Reservations are encouraged but not required, so it works well for travelers who like flexibility and want a stop where walk-ins are welcome and the atmosphere feels easy.
History
Larrikin Bourbon Co. launched in January 2023, founded by Greg Keeley, a combat-disabled Navy veteran with commissioned service in both the U.S. Navy and the Royal Australian Navy. From the beginning, the brand’s identity was built around blending Kentucky bourbon tradition with a distinctly Australian sense of humor and hospitality, aiming to make “bloody good bourbon” in a setting that feels engaging rather than formal.
Notoriety
Larrikin Bourbon Co. has earned attention for being one of the most distinctive “vibe stops” on the trail, the kind of place where the bar experience is a main attraction, not an afterthought. It is especially known for pairing bourbon culture with an irreverent, friendly atmosphere, plus a cigar-forward element that is rare in Kentucky distillery tourism. For visitors, that translates into a stop that feels fun and memorable even if you do not want a long production lecture. You can come for a cocktail, a tasting, a pairing, or a hands-on barrel moment, then linger in a space that is intentionally designed for conversation and comfort.
experiences
Cocktail Classes
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At this time, the distillery does not offer any cocktail classes.
Tours & Tastings
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Larrikin Bourbon Co. pairs tours and tastings with a bold, laid-back Lawrenceburg setting where Aussie spirit meets Kentucky bourbon tradition.
amenities
Cocktail Bar
Gift Shop
Pet Friendly
Special Events
nearby
Distilleries
Wild Turkey Distillery
Four Roses Distillery
Woodford Reserve Distillery
Things To Do
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Lover’s Leap Vineyards and Winery
Food & Drink
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The Stave
Stay
Bourbon Barrel Retreats
Bourbon Barrel Cottages
Caboose on the Farm