TT1: Technical Tour 1

WOODFORD RESERVE DISTILLERY

Monday, February 13  

7:30am-11:30am

 

            Visit the home of Woodford Reserve, a super-premium small batch bourbon that is gaining a following as the "new standard by which other bourbons are now judged." Gold medal winner at the world's three most prestigious tasting competitions, it has a uniquely rich, smooth and balanced flavor. It is the fastest growing bourbon in the U.S. and is the Official Bourbon of the Kentucky Derby.

 

            This special "Woodford Reserve Corn to Cork Tour" is a special guided AETC Tour through the mechanical, chemical, technical and "sensory" aspects of producing bourbon. This option is a great tour for bourbon connoisseurs or those wishing to learn more about the complexities of creating Woodford Reserve bourbon. It is more in-depth and covers more aspects of the bourbon making process.  This cultural tour also explores the history and architecture architectural evolution of the Woodford Reserve Distillery and its impact on Kentucky heritage.

 

COST: $35

Technical Tour includes, transportation, tour, guide, gratuities

 

 

TT2: Technical Tour 2

JEFFBOAT

Monday, February 13

7:30am-11:30am

 

            Take a behind the scenes look with Jeffboats chief engineer at the largest single-site inland shipbuilding and repair facility in the U.S. located on the Ohio River in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Hear and see first hand how Jeffboat is building tanker and hopper barges, Jeffboat also construct river towboats and specialty vessels for ACBL and third party customers.

 

            Since 1834, skilled shipbuilders have been constructing equipment for marine service in Jeffersonville, Indiana. From the time its first vessel was launched in 1939, Jeffboat has kept pace with the waterways industry, anticipating itŐs ever-changing needs. By consistently meeting the challenges of a growing industry with innovative boat and barge designs. Today, at the same site, Jeffboat has remained at the top of the shipbuilding industry, AmericaŐs largest inland shipyard.

 

            Jeffboat's mile long waterfront facility offers the most technically advanced marine design and construction capabilities for both inland and ocean service vessels.  Jeffboat is a full-service shipyard and repair facility strategically located on the Ohio River, in Jeffersonville, Indiana adjacent to Louisville, Kentucky. Over the past 64 years their experienced teams have built over 9,000 barges, 120 towboats, ferries, casino boats, cruise ships and many more different styles of water fairing vessels.

 

COST: $35

Technical Tour includes, transportation, tour, guide, gratuities