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Rebecca Ruth Candy Tours & Museum
Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour: Frankfort's Sweetest Secret!
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Overview
Experience the magic of chocolate at the Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum in Frankfort, Kentucky! This isn't just any chocolate shop; it's a family-owned business with over 100 years of history, where Southern hospitality meets delicious treats.
Visitors can expect a fun and engaging tour led by energetic guides. The tour takes guests through the Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Shop, revealing the secrets behind their famous chocolates. Production is typically running Monday through Thursday, allowing guests to see the chocolate-making process in action.
The tour includes a yummy chocolate sample! Lasting about 25-30 minutes, it's a sweet and informative experience for everyone. Please note that chocolate production is usually not scheduled on Fridays or Saturdays. 
Highlights
Taste delicious, handcrafted chocolates: Enjoy a complimentary chocolate sample during your tour.
See how chocolates are made: Witness the chocolate-making process in action (typically Mon-Thurs).
Learn about chocolate history: Discover the rich history of Rebecca Ruth Chocolates, a Frankfort tradition.
Experience Southern hospitality: Enjoy a tour guided by friendly and energetic local experts.
Sentiment Analysis
Overall, visitors highly recommend the Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour for a quick, engaging, and tasty experience, praising the friendly guides and historical charm, though some wished for a longer tour or a guarantee of seeing the production line in operation.
Customers enjoyed the tour guides, finding them enthusiastic and knowledgeable.
Many visitors appreciated the family-owned atmosphere and the history of the company.
The chocolate samples were a hit with almost everyone.
Guests found the tour to be a fun and interesting experience, especially seeing the chocolate-making process.
A few customers noted that the tour is quite short.
Some visitors were disappointed when the production line was not running during their visit.
The Journey
Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Shop
Discover the sweet legacy of Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Shop in Frankfort, Kentucky, a family-run institution renowned for its original Bourbon Ball chocolates. Take a small-group tour of the production facility and museum located in historic downtown Frankfort, and learn about the remarkable story of Ruth Booe, who overcame hardship to build this iconic brand. Sample the famous Bourbon Ball and other handcrafted treats while absorbing the history and resilience that have defined this cherished Kentucky institution for nearly a century. More than just a chocolate shop, it's a taste of Kentucky's entrepreneurial spirit and enduring family values.
Know Before You Go
The Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour includes a delightful chocolate sample. The tour lasts approximately 25-30 minutes. Please note that chocolate production is normally in operation Monday through Thursday. Production is usually NOT scheduled for tours on Friday or Saturday.
Hot Tip
For the best experience, plan your visit Monday through Thursday to see the chocolate production in action. Even if the line isn't running, the history and the chocolate are worth the trip!
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