Jeptha Creed Tries Blue Corn For New Bourbon

Although Shelbyville’s Jeptha Creed Distillery is best known for its reliance on red, Bloody Butcher corn for use in its bourbon mash bill, for Bruce’s Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey they have taken a different tack. And although blue corn has been a fixture of American craft whiskey techniques for more than 15 years now, Jeptha Creed has given it their own particular treatment.

Bruce’s Blue is an exclusive heirloom corn varietal developed, planted and harvested exclusively on Jeptha Creed’s own farm. This new expression is the realization of the pioneering vision of Bruce Nethery, husband of Joyce Nethery and the driving force behind the family’s Shelbyville farming operation. By developing and distilling their own heirloom grains, Jeptha Creed has cemented its role as industry leader in exploring the flavor possibilities heirloom corn can offer. Bruce’s Blue Bourbon is the latest example of how Jeptha Creed has remained fiercely dedicated to Kentucky agriculture and Shelbyville’s longstanding farming and distilling heritage.

“At Jeptha Creed, we’ve always believed that great bourbon begins on the farm,” said Joyce Nethery, Master Distiller and CEO of Jeptha Creed Distillery. “Bruce’s Blue is a meaningful release for our family because it reflects both our spirit of innovation and our commitment to heirloom grains. This bourbon represents an exciting future, driven by the unique, unmatched flavors that only our proprietary grains can deliver.”

Bottled at 50% ABV / 100 proof, Bruce’s Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is made from a mash bill of 75% Bruce’s Blue corn, 20% malted rye, and 5% malted barley. Bruce’s Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (SRP: $59.99) and will be available soon at the distillery and with certain Kentucky retailers.