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March 11, 2025 41 mins

Castle & Key Distillery, nestled in Frankfort, KY along the Bourbon Trail, is the only distillery in central Kentucky that hosts weddings on-site, making it one of the region's most coveted wedding venues.

In this episode, Caitlin Witt, the Events Manager, takes us through the property’s fascinating history, its recent renovations, the spirits being crafted at the distillery and the various stunning locations available for your wedding or special event. 

Listen to learn more about:
  • 1:00- Intro to Caitlin
  • 2:39- History of Castle & Key’s Events
  • 4:20- What happens when you arrive at the property? 
  • 5:17-The Spring House
  • 6:52- Instagram Worthy Bathrooms & The Bar “Taylorton Station”
  • 7:50- The Sunken Garden
  • 8:30- Parking for Weddings
  • 9:19- Property Rules for Weddings
  • 10:08- The Shooking Building
  • 11:40- Lighting & Draping in the Shooking Building 
  • 12:04- Preferred Vendors
  • 13:50- Catering
  • 15:56- Bar Offerings & Signature Drinks/Custom Cocktails
  • 18:20- Event Team
  • 21:13- Vendors & Working Together 
  • 22:12- Saturday Pricing 
  • 23:42- Rehearsals
  • 25:23- Photography Sessions
  • 28:33- AirBnBs 
  • 29:55- Transportation 
  • 32:12- Bourbon Trail & Tours
  • 35:08- Springhouse Music Series
  • 36:00- Future Plans 
  • 38:17- 2025 Availability 
  • 39:00- IG Profiles & Content
Connect with Castle & Key Distillery

Website: https://www.castleandkey.com/host-an-event/weddings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/castleandkeyweddings Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/castleandkey

Connect with Sarah:

Website:  www.simplylovestudio.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplylovestudio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplylovestudio Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/SimplyLoveLex/

 

How to work together:

If you’re getting married in the Lexington, Kentucky area and feel overwhelmed when it comes to preparing for your wedding, Simply Love Studio is here for you! Simply Love Studio is a free resource for couples at any stage of their wedding planning process and is funded by Lexington’s most preferred wedding vendors. Make an appointment in person or online with me, Sarah, today with my link!

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