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Discover the Union Horse Distilling Co. Tour in Kansas

Located in Lenexa, Kansas, the Union Horse Distilling Co. Tour offers a guided look inside one of the state’s most respected grain-to-glass craft distilleries. Visitors explore how locally sourced grains are milled, fermented, distilled, aged, and bottled — all under one roof in the Kansas City metro area.

This working production facility produces award-winning bourbon, rye, vodka, and specialty spirits while offering an immersive behind-the-scenes experience.

Why it’s special: Union Horse Distilling Co. is a true grain-to-glass distillery, meaning every step of production — from milling grain to bottling finished spirits — happens on-site in Lenexa, Kansas.

History & Story of Union Horse Distilling Co.

Founded in 2010, Union Horse Distilling Co. was among the early pioneers of Kansas’ modern craft distilling movement. Established by a small team passionate about traditional American whiskey-making, the distillery built its reputation on quality control and small-batch production.

From the beginning, Union Horse committed to doing everything in-house — sourcing grain, running copper pot stills, aging spirits in charred oak barrels, and hand-bottling products. Over time, the brand earned regional and national recognition for its bourbon and rye offerings, solidifying its place in Kansas’ craft beverage industry.

What You’ll See & Do on the Union Horse Distilling Co. Tour

• Learn about the grain-to-glass production process
• See milling equipment and fermentation tanks
• Observe copper stills used in small-batch distillation
• Understand barrel aging and maturation techniques
• Visit the tasting room for guided sampling

Hands-On Elements: Guided tastings are included for guests 21+; visitors may compare flavor profiles across different spirits.

Photo/Video Policy: Photography is permitted in public tour areas and tasting room spaces.

Souvenirs & Extras: Bottled spirits, limited releases, branded apparel, barware, and gift sets available for purchase.

Pricing of the Union Horse Distilling Co. Tour

Adult price: $15 per adult

Tour admission typically includes a guided walkthrough and tasting experience for guests aged 21 and over.

Visiting information

Duration: 60 minutes

Age limits: 21+ for tastings; under 21 may be restricted from certain tour areas

Accessibility: Partially accessible; tasting room accessible, some production areas may have industrial walkways

Working Hours: Wednesday–Thursday 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Friday 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Sunday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Monday–Tuesday Closed

Advance booking is recommended due to limited group sizes.

Nearby

• Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park
• Legler Barn Museum
• Lenexa Public Market

FAQs About Visiting the Union Horse Distilling Co. Tour

Is Union Horse truly a grain-to-glass distillery?
Yes. All major production steps — milling, fermentation, distillation, aging, and bottling — occur on-site in Lenexa.

What types of spirits are produced at Union Horse?
The distillery produces bourbon, rye whiskey, vodka, and specialty limited releases crafted in small batches.

Are tastings included in the tour cost?
Yes. Guests aged 21 and over typically receive tasting samples as part of the guided tour.

Do they age whiskey on-site?
Yes. Barrels are aged in-house, allowing visitors to see how oak and time influence flavor development.

Can bottles be purchased directly at the distillery?
Yes. The tasting room retail area offers standard releases and occasional limited-edition bottles.