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RAISE A GLASS TO CINCINNATI! EVENING + SATURDAY. ADULTS ONLY Wed 5pm, Sat 1pm ~ Cincinnati Bourbon, Beer & Wine Tour

Trip Highlights

Enjoy your choice of award-winning wines

Enjoy your choice of award-winning wines

Enjoy a flight of 3 beers of your choice

Enjoy a flight of 3 beers of your choice

Create your own Bourbon!

Create your own Bourbon!

Ride the Streetcar to historic Over-the-Rhine

Ride the Streetcar to historic Over-the-Rhine

Enjoy your choice of award-winning wines

Enjoy your choice of award-winning wines

Enjoy a flight of 3 beers of your choice

Enjoy a flight of 3 beers of your choice

Create your own Bourbon!

Create your own Bourbon!

Ride the Streetcar to historic Over-the-Rhine

Ride the Streetcar to historic Over-the-Rhine

Description

Enjoy a guided streetcar tour with 5 bourbon tastings, 3 craft beers, 2 glasses of wine, paired tastings, and a deep dive into Cincinnati's spirited past. Every moment will delight your senses and leave you smiling. Over three relaxed, flavor-filled hours, you’ll sip, savor, and connect your way through the city’s most celebrated destinations. Raise a glass to Cincinnati with local drinks and delicious pairings on a walking tour downtown, followed by a streetcar ride to Over-the-Rhine. You’ll smell the rich, smoky aroma of handcrafted bourbons, taste sweet vanilla and toasted oak notes as you sip Willow Run’s signature pours, and even blend your own custom bourbon, feeling the warmth and pride of Cincinnati’s heritage in your hands. The streetcar glides beneath your feet, carrying you to Revel Winery, where the crisp, fruity scents of small-batch wines mingle with soft chatter and the touch of a chilled glass, paired with salty, savory bites that melt on your tongue. At Mellotone Beer Project, the hoppy aroma of craft beer and the salty crunch of warm fries fill the air as you laugh, sip, and connect with fellow guests. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of Irish immigrants, German brewers, and local wine pioneers, feeling a joyful mix of curiosity, nostalgia, and celebration. By the end of the three-hour tour, you’ll leave full of flavor, knowledge, and the excitement of discovering Cincinnati’s spirited past and present—a truly memorable night that tastes as good as it feels.

Itinerary

1
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.
2
Stroll to Willow Run Bourbon in the heart of the Backstage Entertainment District to uncover Cincinnati’s bourbon legacy. 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.
3
Over-the-Rhine, often abbreviated as OTR, is a historic neighborhood located just north of downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. It is recognized as one of the largest and most intact urban historic districts in the United States, featuring a rich architectural heritage primarily from the 19th century. Your tour guide will entertain and inform you with the history of the German immigrants who settled this area in the 1800's.
4
Enjoy a glass of award-winning wine at the Revel Urban Winery. Revel is a boutique urban winery, that specializes in handcrafted small batch wines including their Sangiovese and Sauvignon Blanc Blend. Both were gold medalists at the 2023 Cincinnati International Wine Festival. Revel wines are made 100% onsite. The fruit is sourced from fields and vineyards all over the world, including places like California, Washington State, and Chile.
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The Mellotone Beer Project is a modern brewpub, known for bringing a fresh twist to the American brewpub experience. Opened in late 2024, it has quickly gained a reputation for serving quality craft beers paired with an innovative menu.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
2 to 8 people
Price starts at
$99
Languages
English
Meeting Point
38 Fountain Square Plaza
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Why take this tour?

Your shortcut to Cincinnati’s best bourbon, beer, and wine stops—no map, no stress, no risk — and this tour raises a glass to where it all began.

Why You'll Love This Tour

Why You'll Love This Tour

Our guides are warm, knowledgeable, and passionate about Cincinnati culture. Expect great stories, big laughs, and genuine hospitality that feels like family.

Perfect for Bachelor & Bachelorette Groups

Perfect for Bachelor & Bachelorette Groups

Get ready to celebrate Cincinnati-style in Cincinnati—where the drinks are flowing, the bites are irresistible, and the laughs come easy. Sip, savor, and celebrate your way through a perfectly planned party with Riverside Food Tours.

Support Local with Every Sip

Support Local with Every Sip

From woman-owned distilleries to small-scale artisans, your tour directly supports local makers, small business owners and the communities who keep Cincinnati refreshingly authentic.

Gain Perspective & Dive Deeper

Gain Perspective & Dive Deeper

Whether it’s your first time in Cincinnati or your tenth, our local guides will help you get oriented—sharing insider tips, restaurant recommendations, and hidden gems to explore long after your tour ends.

Included

  • Willow Run Flight 4 Bourbon Tastings
  • Willow Run - Create your own Bourbon Tasting
  • Revel Winery 2 glasses of wine
  • Light Bites Revel Winey
  • Mellotone Beer Project Flight of 3 beers
  • Light Bites Mellotone
  • 3-hour Guided Tour
  • Food Guide + Streetcar Map

Excluded

  • Gratuities for your tour guide
  • Parking fees

Frequently asked questions

This is not a food tour. You’ll enjoy a few light bites during the tour, but we suggest you eat a light meal before or after.
By signing the waiver, you state that you take full responsibility for your safety and welfare on the tour. Drink responsibly, be mindful of your limit, and don’t drink and drive if intoxicated. We encourage guests to come with a full stomach and well hydrated
The Cincy Bourbon, Beer & Wine Tour is a streetcar/walking tour. Over three hours, guests walk less than half a mile, with stops along the way.
A few of the stops may require a step up to enter and a flight of stairs to climb.
Plans change - we get it. Refundable Ticket: You can refund this ticket up to 24 hours before the tour, minus the booking fee. To request a refund or to reschedule, please call or text 513-289-0035. After the 24-hour window, refunds are no longer available. Standard Ticket: This ticket does not include refunds or exchanges.
Our guides truly value your appreciation. Most guests tip their tour guides 10-20% to recognize their effort. Your tour price includes a 20% gratuity for restaurant staff, but not for your guide. Guides accept cash and Venmo, and a 5-star review mentioning them by name is a meaningful way to show gratitude.
No, unfortunately, this tour is for adults 21 and older. Please bring a valid ID.
Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Bring an umbrella if needed, and cash for gratuities or small purchases.
Our bourbon flight is pre-selected at Willow Run. You may choose two wines and 3 beers at the following stops.
We don’t offer mocktails on this tour, but you can substitute soft drinks. You’ll enjoy a few bites, plus plenty of fun history and information.
Yes, each guest must purchase a ticket to participate in the tour, whether or not they plan to enjoy the spirited beverages. Unfortunately, guests without a ticket may not join the tour.
No, we end at Mellotone Beer Project in Over-the-Rhine. The streetcar platform is a short walk from Mellotone. The streetcar stops at Fountain Square Plaza, our meeting spot.
Our tours take place rain or shine, in hot or cold weather. Since about 70% of the tour takes place indoors, we limit outdoor time as much as possible during inclement weather. Please dress for the conditions. In severe or life-threatening weather, we will contact you by text or email if we must cancel or reschedule the tour.

Things to know

Parking

Parking: The Fountain Square Garage, located directly beneath the Square, features 600 spaces spread across four underground levels. Rates: 2- 4 hours – $11 Entrances: The garage's two entrance/exit ramps are located on northbound Vine Street between Fifth & Sixth Streets, and on southbound Walnut Street between Sixth & Fifth Streets.

Dietary Restrictions & Alcoholic Beverages

Vegetarian dishes are available upon booking. We do our best to accommodate dietary needs, but we cannot guarantee it at every stop. Please call or text 513-289-0035 in advance to discuss your options.

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September 8, 2026

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August 23, 2026

Juliann was fantastic and we had so much fun! :)

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Wonderful tour guide with top notch locations. Even as locals, we not only enjoyed every moment of it, but learned more about the city’s rich history.

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