Crestwood

Everyone knows that Kentucky is the home of bourbon, and when you visit the Kentucky Artisan Distillery in Crestwood you can see exactly how the perfect artisan bourbon is made, entirely by hand. When the distillery was established in 2012, the idea was that very special small-batch whiskeys would be made to order in a farm-to-bottle facility using locally farmed grains, age old methods and simple pot stills. The distillery occupies the former premises of the Kentucky Ice Cream Distributors, which has proved to be an ideal location. Visitors are invited to drop by for a tour and a tasting of the brands produced on site, which include the distinctive Jefferson’s Reserve.

Kentucky Artisan Distillery, 6230 Old LaGrange Rd, Crestwood, KY 40014, Phone: 502-822-3042

More than just an inspirational garden, Yew Dell Botanical Gardens is internationally recognized as a leading center of horticultural learning as well as a being a garden of historic importance. The original gardens were established around the late 1940’s by Theodore Klein and his family. Today, visitors can still see several of the original garden features as well as several other later additions. Highlights include the sunken rock garden, the secret garden, the kitchen garden and the traditional English walled garden. There are also some woodland trails to explore and a wonderful plant market where avid gardeners can buy plants to take home. The center hosts regular workshops and lectures.

Yew Dell Botanical Gardens, 6220 Old LaGrange Rd, Crestwood, KY 40014, Phone: 502-241-4788

Harvest Moon Farm and Dairy has been producing premium milk and other dairy products since 1972. The family-owned and operated farm has a core milking herd of 140 happy and contented dairy cows, each of which produces around 8 gallons of milk per day. The farm is a great place to visit for all ages; children will get to learn all about farm life and see where their milk and cheese originate. There are plenty of fun activities for kids including bottle-feeding the calves and cranking their own ice-cream. Visitors can also learn all about the cheese-making process at the dairy and stock up on delicious fresh cheese to take home.

Harvest Moon Farm and Dairy, 7401 Hanna Road, Crestwood, KY 40014, Phone: 502-817-3167

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to participate in the type of holistic exercise that treats your mind and body all together, a visit to Hot Spot Yoga is exactly what you need. Here you can learn how to combine different yoga and Pilates routines to perfectly suit your body and your distinct needs. The classes are aimed to accommodate all levels of fitness and each and every participant can move forward at their own pace. In addition, you will learn how to continue with these beneficial work-outs in the privacy of your own home. Techniques include Bikram Yoga and Hot Pilates.

Hot Spot Yoga, 6427 W. Highway 146, Crestwood, KY 40031, Phone: 502-243-8468