Dark Arts Whiskey House & Alchemy Lab sits in a converted industrial space on Manchester Street in Lexington, blending modern distilling with theatrical flair. Founded by Chris and Megan Zaborowski in 2019, this isn’t your typical Kentucky bourbon house—it’s part distillery, part cocktail laboratory, part performance venue. The couple transformed a former warehouse into what they call an “alchemy lab,” complete with copper stills, a full bar, and event space that hosts everything from whiskey tastings to burlesque shows. Chris handles the distilling operations while Megan manages the creative cocktail program and events side of the business. The space reflects their vision of whiskey as both craft and art, with industrial elements mixed with vintage laboratory aesthetics. They produce small-batch bourbon, rye, and experimental spirits, but the real draw is how they’ve reimagined what a distillery visit can be. Instead of just tours and tastings, you’ll find themed events, cocktail classes, and performances that blur the line between education and entertainment. The Zaborowskis came from hospitality backgrounds and wanted to create something that felt more like a speakeasy than a traditional distillery tasting room. Their approach attracts a younger crowd looking for an experience that’s equal parts whiskey education and nightlife.