21 Foods and Drinks You Must Try in Kentucky
Oh, Kentucky. Miles of horse pasture, hills bluer than the sky on a cloudless day, spring festivities, and winter snows. Oh, and of course, some of the best country cuisine in the United States.
We compiled 21 jaw-dropping, mouth-watering, finger-lickin’ good Kentucky foods that you must try if you’re ever in the bluegrass state. Skip KFC and try these dishes for an unforgettable culinary experience!
Foods and Drinks You Must Try in Kentucky
Appetizers, Sides, and Condiments
1 – Benedictine Spread
We start with a delicious, refreshing spread created by caterer Jennie Carter Benedict in Louisville during the 20th century.
Since then, it’s become a signature Derby treat and is great for tea parties, luncheons, and any other daytime gathering. It’s a cream cheese-based spread made light and tangy with cucumber, green onion, and dill weed.

Many people in Kentucky also love this spread with bacon in a sandwich.
2 – Beer Cheese

Winchester, Kentucky is the home of beer cheese. It’s known for its annual beer cheese festival that takes place in the summer, as well as a 13-stop beer cheese trail across the county.
The product is basically ubiquitous in Kentucky, and other states are missing out on the sharp, rich flavor of the cheese dip.
It’s worth trying anywhere, but if you can make it to Winchester, you’ll get the most authentic beer cheese experience. Read More…