Bourbon Shopping: Is It Cheaper To Buy At The Distillery? - Tasting Table
Briefly

Many bourbon enthusiasts dream of visiting the Bourbon Trail in Kentucky, hoping to buy spirits directly from distilleries and score great deals. However, distilleries usually maintain prices at or near the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and do not undermine their distribution partners. Although you might not find any discounts, visiting distilleries offers a chance for exclusive bottlings and limited editions. Dedicated fans maintain updated price lists, revealing that many items may be cheaper at local retailers like Costco.
Buying bourbon directly from distilleries often doesn't save you money, as retail prices at distilleries typically match the suggested retail prices without lower deals.
While distilleries offer unique bottlings and distillery-only releases, bargain hunting may leave fans disappointed since prices might be the same or higher than local liquor stores.
Read at Tasting Table
[
|
]