Logan Voss
Sipping whiskey can be one of life’s little pleasures. Why not make it a little bigger by making a vacation out of it? If you want to know the best weekend getaways for whiskey connoisseurs, look no further. Sit back, sip your bourbon, and make plans to visit these wonderful whiskey destinations!
New Orleans, Louisiana
There’s no city in America like the Crescent City. New Orleans features a downtown like no other, one where you can sip whiskey by the bayou and enjoy delicious Creole cuisine alongside it. With many distilleries and sights galore, there isn’t a better place in the South for a weekend whiskey getaway.
Portland, Oregon
Portland is home to some of the best distilleries in the country, and you can tour and taste them all. Single-malt whiskey is one of their specialties in this Pacific Northwest city. Stop by, even under overcast skies, for a captivating whiskey experience.
Chicago, Illinois
Chicago is famous for its contributions to the Prohibition era, where speakeasies flourished. Chicago isn’t just a global travel hub—it’s a destination unto itself for great nightlife. Sip on spirits and experience one of the best whiskey destinations in America.
Park City, Utah
You probably weren’t expecting to see an entry from notoriously teetotaling Utah on this list. Park City has been making whiskey since the 1800s, and though it is not the most well-known city on this list, it is definitely worth checking out. Follow up distillery tours by sampling the best spirits in an Old West saloon. You may like one so much that you want to purchase an entire bottle.
Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth will take you back to the Wild West, where whiskey flowed like water, and the townspeople became experts in distilling the best spirits in Texas. Kick up your cowboy boots and get ready to live like a westerner while enjoying a connoisseur’s dream of whiskey and relaxation.
Nashville, Tennessee
Are you truly a whiskey connoisseur if you’ve never heard of Tennessee whiskey? Adopt your southern charm and bask in the hospitality, nightlife, and most importantly, the distilleries of Tennessee! Artisan selections are numerous in this bustling city full of music, fun, and spirits! Whiskey is their forte, and you won’t want to miss out on this true whiskey-filled getaway!
These are just a few of the best weekend getaways for whiskey connoisseurs. If travel is a safe and reasonable option for you right now, we’d love to see you sneak a getaway in. Go forth and have a great vacation.
