Copper and Kings gives Louisville a different kind of spirits stop from the bourbon trail. The Butchertown distillery focuses on American brandy, absinthe, and other copper-pot experiments, and the tour is a useful way to see how the city's drink culture stretches beyond whiskey.
It works best as an afternoon detour when you want a tasting with a bit of urban edge: murals, loud music in the maturation cellar, and views from the rooftop bar toward downtown. Book ahead for tours, especially on weekends, and do not plan on driving afterwards if you are tasting seriously.