Rebecca Ruth Candy Tours & Museum
Rebecca Ruth Candy Tours & Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Rebecca Ruth Candy Tours & Museum offers a guided tour and includes antique candy making equipment as well as new equipment. It continues as family confectionery operation that was founded in the year 1919. They are noted for the invention of Bourbon Balls. Tours and retail are open year round. Tour price includes a chocolate, free chocolate aroma therapy and lots of Southern Hospitality.
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jgbtravels
Louisville, KY4,722 contributions
Jul 2021 • Solo
This was a busy place today. I had toured the facility last year with my wife. The tour is actually good. Today I was there to purchase some candy while in the area. A small bag of malt balls and 2 bourbon balls and 2 mint chocolates with liquor was almost $10. That’s a little pricey considering that the mint chocolates were not good at all. The bourbon balls were better and the malt balls were OK but not outstanding. Frankly, I have had better for less at other specialty candy shops. That’s disappointing considering I enjoy smaller local businesses especially in our state. On the plus side it’s close to the state capital if you are visiting.
Written July 20, 2021
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GeorgiaPeachPam
Evans, GA43 contributions
Jul 2022
We stopped by the Museum to try their product and purchase a few gifts. Did not have time to take the tour, but as we were leaving and other customer was recommending it!
This company makes custom candy sold in many of the distillery gift shops, using their bourbons. We were surprised and thrilled to see that you would purchase that variety of chocolates at this location. On top of that, the staff was fun, friendly, welcoming and extremely helpful!
What I can say about the candy here: This is hands down the best bourbon ball you will ever eat. Seriously. ALL of their candy puts others to shame, but seriously, the bourbon balls are insanely delicious. There are several retail locations in the area, so don’t miss the opportunity to try this candy. I’d recommend stopping at the Museum, though, because it was just so welcoming.
This company makes custom candy sold in many of the distillery gift shops, using their bourbons. We were surprised and thrilled to see that you would purchase that variety of chocolates at this location. On top of that, the staff was fun, friendly, welcoming and extremely helpful!
What I can say about the candy here: This is hands down the best bourbon ball you will ever eat. Seriously. ALL of their candy puts others to shame, but seriously, the bourbon balls are insanely delicious. There are several retail locations in the area, so don’t miss the opportunity to try this candy. I’d recommend stopping at the Museum, though, because it was just so welcoming.
Written July 15, 2022
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Written September 14, 2022
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Sue C.
Pittsburgh, PA5,141 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
My husband and I visited this chocolate shop when we were visiting Frankfort. Unfortunately, the tour was unavailable for several hours and we had other plans. Everyone was very, very friendly and helpful. We purchased several different types of chocolate. They are known for their bourbon balls. The girl behind the counter was very helpful and gave us a sample of one of the bourbon balls. She was very helpful explaining all the different packages of chocolates. We purchased the milk chocolate caramels with sea salt. We purchased the chocolate bourbon ball sampler. They also have bags called boo-boo balls , which are chocolates that are not perfect. They were however perfectly delicious so we picked up a package of them. Can’t wait to visit again the next time we are in town. Hopefully we will be able to take a tour the next time. I would highly recommend stopping by this shop.
Written August 12, 2024
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Chloe J
Huntsville, AL31 contributions
Oct 2020
I stopped by on a short jaunt to Frankfort to check it out. Though they are not doing their normal tours right now, the guy behind the counter was happy to tell me about how their company came about and give me a sample of their bourbon balls! I do not drink alcohol normally so I was curious if I'd like that flavor. The chocolate blended very, very well with the bourbon flavor and I definitely enjoyed it!
I got a raspberry jelly, peanut butter cream, and dark chocolate caramel to try. Delicious!
I got a raspberry jelly, peanut butter cream, and dark chocolate caramel to try. Delicious!
Written October 8, 2020
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CleopatraBunny
Flagstaff, AZ1,818 contributions
Jun 2021
You can do the tour in this tiny home factory, or just get a sample of the famous bourbon balls and buy a box or two as souvenirs. They must be kept at our below 70 degrees so be aware in case you are traveling without a cooler. Pick up company history brochure to learn more about the two remarkable women who started this business. Plenty of free parking on the street, and there is an angel wing mural outside so you can pose with your goodies!
Written June 20, 2021
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Arlene M
Pottstown, PA423 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We got there 10 minutes past the last tour time. We were offered a bourbon ball chocolate but that was it. We had Muth’s candy in Louisville and it tasted better. One girl tried to be at least friendly offered us the candy and explained about the first candy Ruth made. The other clerk just seemed irritated. All the way from PA to be disappointed. A 45 minute trolley tour was available but we had other stops to experience and didn’t have the time.
We came from the Blue grass scenic railroad and Ricardo’s both were very good.
We came from the Blue grass scenic railroad and Ricardo’s both were very good.
Written August 12, 2023
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Lisa D
Clinton, Kentucky, United States113 contributions
Oct 2021
A co-worker had told me about this candy store. I did look to see when tours were available but due to meetings at KSU was unable to participate. Even though there are 3 locations inFrankfort I wanted to go to the original store. I wanted to buy the boo-boo's but unfortunately they had has several tours and were sold out, but was told they had them at the other locations so I hurried to another location before closing. both stores were very friendly and was willing to answer questions. was glad I visited and may drive out of my way to buy more next time I'm in the area
Written October 21, 2021
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Thanks for visiting! Sorry we were so busy. Glad you finally found what you were looking for.
Written November 11, 2021
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fooded
Mississippi185 contributions
Jun 2022
Our group enjoyed the tour of the candy company, and also the variety of candy available for purchase. It's amazing how they produce such a large quantity of candy in such a small kitchen. Everything is well organized.
Written June 11, 2022
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Thanks for visiting!
Written September 14, 2022
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Lexi
Kentucky11 contributions
Oct 2021
My sister and I visited Rebecca Ruth Candy Store and loved it! We did the tour which was super easy. We were able to walk and get on the tour. We saw the factory and watched a video on the history. We learned a lot and it was neat to see the candy making process. We couldn't believe how much candy they make in a small factory! To top it all of - we got to try to legendary bourbon balls which we both highly recommend.
Written October 12, 2021
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Thanks for visiting! I am happy your had a wonderful experience. We have a great team of employees that all like family to us.
Written November 11, 2021
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srobby
Pennsylvania421 contributions
Sep 2021
What a great hidden treasure. Home of the Bourbon ball which is a bit of Kentucky Derby history. The ability to take a free tour is a bonus on this great candy maker. Very friendly staff as well make you feel at home.
Written November 14, 2021
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Thanks for visiting!
Written September 14, 2022
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Retail Open Year Round
Mon-Sat 10:00am-6:00pm
Sun 12:00pm
Written January 1, 2017
Barb F
Munroe Falls, Ohio
Will Rebecca Ruth Candy Tours & Museum be open the Friday after Thanksgiving? If so, what other places nearby would you suggest that we visit during our vacation from Ohio? Thank you!
Written November 3, 2015
FREE BOURBON DISTILLERY TOURS & tastings. Frankfort KY, Buffalo Trace Distillery (can look up on trip advisor) For a beautiful drive, go down Old Frankfort Pike between Lexington and Frankfort. Bunch of wineries too, especially like Equus Run Winery. The Red Mile should be racing (trotters) which includes betting. Lots of beautiful country there.
Written November 5, 2015
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