Cincinnati Bourbon, Beer & Wine Streetcar Tour
Explore Cincinnati’s craft drinks through the stories behind each sip
Duration
3 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 8 people
Includes
Tastings, light bites, guide
Highlights
Explore Cincinnati’s craft drinks scene with a local guide, combining streetcar rides with walks between tastings. Connect the city’s spirited past with the small local businesses carrying its traditions forward.
- Hear stories of Irish immigrants, German brewers and local wine pioneers
- Discover how Cincinnati’s bourbon heritage reaches beyond Kentucky’s better-known distilling story
Itinerary
Gather at Fountain Square Plaza Meet your guide for a brief introduction to Cincinnati, once known as the “Queen City of the West,” and an overview of the evening ahead.
Walk to Willow Run Bourbon Stroll to Willow Run Bourbon in the heart of the Backstage Entertainment District to uncover Cincinnati’s bourbon legacy.
Interactive Bourbon Experience Dive into a hands-on bourbon experience exploring Cincinnati’s role in shaping America’s favorite spirit. Taste three uniquely finished bourbons from the Willow Run Series—Curious Cask, Opulent Oak, and Smokey Stave—along with William J. McRoberts, a premium sipping bourbon.
Create Your Own Bourbon With guidance from the bourbon “wizard,” answer a few fun questions and blend your own custom bourbon, just as Cincinnatians did in the 1800s. Sip and enjoy your creation. (Optional) Design a custom label and have your bourbon blended, bottled, and labeled while you wait for $49.99.
Streetcar Ride to Over-the-Rhine Hop aboard the Cincinnati Streetcar and ride to historic Over-the-Rhine.
Visit Revel Winery Enjoy a stop at Revel Winery, known for handcrafted, small-batch wines made entirely onsite. Sip two glasses of wine while hearing the story of owner Anthony Maieron’s family and their multi-generational winemaking tradition. Light bites are served.
Streetcar to Washington Park Catch the streetcar to Washington Park for the final stop of the evening.
Mellotone Beer Project Visit Mellotone Beer Project, a modern brewery housed in a historic German church from the 1850s. Enjoy a flight of three beers, a savory snack, and learn about the brewing process from this small, family-owned brewery.
What's Included
- Bourbon-flavored popcorn
- Salami, cheese and chips
- German pretzels
- Food guide and streetcar map
Important details
- Ages 21+ only. Bring a valid photo ID.
- Requires good health, without an injury, illness or disability that makes participating especially risky.
- Some stops may require a step up to enter and a flight of stairs to climb.
- Dietary accommodations cannot be guaranteed at every stop.
- Parking fees are not included in the listed price. Fountain Square Garage charges $11 for 2–4 hours.
- Drink responsibly and follow applicable alcohol laws.
- Arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts for check-in.
Cancellation Policy
Standard tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged. Refundable tickets allow cancellation for a full refund or rescheduling up to 24 hours before the tour; after that, tickets are non-refundable. Tours run rain or shine, in heat or cold. Severe or life-threatening weather may lead to cancellation, rescheduling, or a refund.
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FAQs
Yes. Soft drinks can replace alcoholic drinks, but mocktails aren't offered. A ticket is required for the tour even if you aren't drinking alcohol.
Expect about half a mile of walking, with stops and streetcar rides along the way. The tour ends at Mellotone Beer Project, about 10 blocks north of the start. A nearby streetcar stop provides a route back to Fountain Square Plaza.
Additional alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks aren't included in the listed price and are available to purchase at the stops. Optional guide gratuities are also extra; cash and Venmo are accepted.
Meeting details
Fifth Third Bank at Fountain Square Plaza
