Champion racehorses and fine bourbon whisky is as much a part of Kentukcy history as the county (Bourbon) it is named for. As early as 1775, enterprising Kentuckians were making corn whiskey. Kentucky settlers gave whiskey several new twists, beginning with corn, which was abundant since settlers could claim 400 acres if they built a cabin and grew a patch of corn.

Today, by definition, bourbon is a whiskey made from a mash containing at least 51 percent corn. Distilleries in Kentucky now produce 95 percent of all the bourbon produced in the US. Three distilleries in the Lexington area offer free tours. The oldest contentious operating distillery in Kentucky is located in the bluegrass region. Considered a Kentucky craft, bourbon is indeed a handcrafted product, much of it still made in small batches with fastidious quality control.

Kentucky spring water, purified as it flows over limestone rock formations, is perfect for bourbon distilling because it is free of minerals that affect taste. This iron-free limestone water is what makes Kentucky bourbon world-renowned.

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The Kentucky Horse Park, a thousand and thirty acres of information, education, and wonder of the world of horses.

The park is like none other in the world. Dedicated to man's relationship with the horse, the park features two outstanding museums, twin theaters and nearly 50 different breeds of horses.

The Kentucky Horse Park is a fascinating place to visit for anyone who admires horses, a day at the park is the experience of a lifetime.