O’Shaughnessy Distilling master distiller Brian Nation arrived in Minneapolis nearly three years ago after leaving Ireland’s Midleton Distillery, and it’s been an interesting transition. We’ll… Read More
O’Shaughnessy Distilling master distiller Brian Nation arrived in Minneapolis nearly three years ago after leaving Ireland’s Midleton Distillery, and it’s been an interesting transition. We’ll catch up with Brian and learn about the new Keeper’s Heart 21-year-old Irish single malt coming later this summer on WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the news, Beam Suntory has changed its name to Suntory Global Spirits, while Buffalo Trace takes a look at global expansion with its first home place in London.
Jeptha Creed, a women-owned craft distillery offering a range of award-winning craft spirits, proudly announces the launch of its 6-Year Wheated Bourbon. Known for the ground-to-glass maxim, the Jeptha Creed family farm grows renowned Bloody Butcher Co…
Jeptha Creed, a women-owned craft distillery offering a range of award-winning craft spirits, proudly announces the launch of its 6-Year Wheated Bourbon. Known for the ground-to-glass maxim, the Jeptha Creed family farm grows renowned Bloody Butcher Corn, a non-GMO heirloom varietal that imparts a uniquely sweet yet nutty flavor profile to Jeptha Creed’s diverse and growing portfolio.
“We like to say that we’ve gone about creating our bourbon the most difficult way possible. It was about 9 years ago since our original experimentation that led us to know we would create and age a wheated bourbon,” says Joyce Nethery, Master Distiller and CEO for Jeptha Creed Distillery. “We are beyond thrilled the day has come to release our 6-year-old bourbon. This milestone makes us even more excited to see the beautiful flavor our Bloody Butcher Corn will continue to lend to our aging bourbon for years to come.”
Available on May 2, 2024, Jeptha Creed 6-Year Wheated Bourbon (46.5% ABV/93 Proof) has a mash bill of 75% Bloody Butcher Corn, 20% Malted Wheat and 5% Malted Barley, leading to a beautiful golden Citrine Gem hue. The 6-Year offers an aroma of brown butter, toasted almond and croissant, a medium creamy mouthfeel with fresh baked artisanal cinnamon bread with a honey glaze, tobacco and a bit of chocolate, finished with long, light, refreshing notes of white pepper, dark cherry and crème brûlée.
“Since we are the only distillery we know of aging bourbon for an extended amount of time using Bloody Butcher Corn, we are always so excited to see what flavor notes our guests and fans pull from our spirits,” notes Autumn Nethery, Co-Owner and Marketing Manager for Jeptha Creed.
Introduced in 2016, Jeptha Creed is owned and operated by Joyce and Autumn Nethery, a remarkable mother-daughter duo, standing as the only such team in Kentucky’s whiskey-making landscape. The Nethery family owns over 2,000 acres throughout Shelby County, which includes the distillery property and their home farm. Through careful craftsmanship and attention to detail, Jeptha Creed Distillery has gained a loyal following and earned several prestigious awards, including numerous gold medals and recognition from esteemed spirits competitions. Jeptha Creed prides itself on being a ground-to-glass distillery, striving to be sustainable and thoughtful at every step of production. The 64 acres that make up the distillery property are covered in crops that produce grain, corn, fruits, and other ingredients that will go straight into the Jeptha Creed bourbon, vodka, moonshine, and brandy. Located along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour, Jeptha Creed Distillery is open to visitors and offers tasting experiences, tours, and spaces to enjoy the delicious products.
The 6-Year Wheated Bourbon (SRP: $59.99) is available starting May 2, 2024, in the distillery gift shop, online spirit shop, and in select retail locations throughout KY, IN, TN, IL, MO, TX, FL, GA and CO. Find a store near you by visiting https://jepthacreed.com/where-to-buy/.
(Shelbyville, KY) On their 7th anniversary, this November 11th, Jeptha Creed is releasing the next batch of their popular Red, White & Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Developed to show appreciation for current and past members o…
(Shelbyville, KY) On their 7th anniversary, this November 11th,Jeptha Creedis releasing the next batch of their popularRed, White & Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Developed to show appreciation for current and past members of our military, a portion of the proceeds will be donated toUSA CARES. This one-of-a-kind bourbon has aged at least 4 years in barrels signed by current and past military members and is proofed right at 50% ABV. The mash bill consists of three different varietals of heirloom corn: Bloody Butcher, Heirloom White, and Bruce's Blue. This bourbon will be available for purchase in the distillery gift shop,online to 41 states, and inselect stores throughout KY & INstarting November 11th, 2023.
November 11th, 2023 Jeptha Creed Distillery will be open to the public from 11am - 6pm for bottle purchase and regular business. Join them starting at 11am for a color guard ceremony, guest speakers, bottle signings, light appetizers, tastings, and more. More info can be found at: https://jepthacreed.com/event/red-white-and-blue-straight-bourbon-release-day-2/
Located in Shelbyville, KY, Jeptha Creed Distillery uses old fashioned methods to meet today’s demanding modern tastes. They use only the finest ingredients, locally grown and sourced to ensure their products meet the highest expectations for quality and flavor. Owned and operated by dynamic mother-and-daughter duo Joyce and Autumn Nethery, Jeptha Creed sits on 64 acres of farmland, where they grow the Bloody Butcher Corn used for all of their products, including vodka, moonshine, and bourbon.
USA Cares’ mission is to provide post-9/11 military veterans, service members, and their families with financial assistance and post service skills training to create a foundation for long-term stability. Our services improve the quality of life for veterans and their families and reduce potential factors that can contribute to veteran suicide.
Jeptha Creed Distillery is delighted to resume its captivating distillery tours, inviting the public to once again explore the rich heritage and exceptional craftsmanship behind their award-winning spirits. As the world emerges from challenging times, …
Jeptha Creed Distillery is delighted to resume its captivating distillery tours, inviting the public to once again explore the rich heritage and exceptional craftsmanship behind their award-winning spirits. As the world emerges from challenging times, Jeptha Creed Distillery is thrilled to re-open its distillery doors to visitors, offering an immersive experience that showcases the artistry of their distillation process.
Visitors to Jeptha Creed Distillery can expect an unforgettable journey that takes them through every step of the distillation process. From the carefully selected locally sourced ingredients, to the cutting-edge distilling equipment, guests will gain insight into the meticulous craftsmanship and dedication that defines Jeptha Creed's spirits. The tour will be led by seasoned bourbon hosts, eager to share their knowledge and passion for the art of distillation.
During the tour, visitors will be treated to a sensory experience, savoring the enticing aromas and tasting the distinct flavors of Jeptha Creed's diverse product range. Whether it's their signature bourbon, premium vodka, or experimental creations, each spirit embodies the essence of the land from which it originates.
"We are overjoyed to reopen our distillery tours and welcome guests back to get a glimpse behind the scenes," said Joyce Nethery, CEO & Master Distiller. "Due to COVID the past few years have been challenging, but it has only fueled our determination to create exceptional spirits that capture the essence of our farming and values. Our tours offer a glimpse into our family's traditions and the passion that drives us to craft premium spirits of unparalleled quality."
Jeptha Creed is now offering distillery tours on Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 12pm and 4pm. Adults can join for $12 and minors can accompany for $10. Whether you're a connoisseur of fine spirits or simply intrigued by the alchemy of distillation, a tour of Jeptha Creed Distillery promises an experience that will leave a lasting impression.
Not a ton to add, but always a good thing when distillery tours are back on the docket. If you're heading to Kentucky, this is one you should check out.
(Shelbyville, KY) Jeptha Creed Distillery, renowned for their commitment to crafting exceptional craft spirits, proudly announces a nationwide expansion as they are now able to ship their signature Bourbon, Vodka, and Moonshine to 41 states across the …
(Shelbyville, KY) Jeptha Creed Distillery, renowned for their commitment to crafting exceptional craft spirits, proudly announces a nationwide expansion as they are now able to ship their signature Bourbon, Vodka, and Moonshine to 41 states across the United States. This momentous achievement marks a significant milestone for the mother-daughter-owned distillery and reflects their dedication to delivering high quality, handcrafted spirits.
"We are thrilled to announce the expansion of our shipping reach. It will enable us to provide our spirits to a lot of the consumers that regularly request us for it," said Joyce Nethery, Master Distiller and co-founder of Jeptha Creed Distillery. "Now, we're excited to share our passion for authentic distilling with even more communities across the nation."
Through careful craftsmanship and attention to detail, Jeptha Creed Distillery has gained a loyal following and earned several prestigious awards, including numerous gold medals and recognition from esteemed spirits competitions. The expanded shipping availability is a testament to Jeptha Creed’s unwavering commitment to its customers, as they can now conveniently enjoy the distillery's exceptional products from the comfort of their own homes.
With this expansion, Jeptha Creed’s award-winning spirits will now be available to ship to spirit enthusiasts in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Not much to say on this one other than it's always great to have additional options. If you aren't familiar with Jeptha Creed, check out the profile I wrote in June.
What do you think? Drop a note in the comments below.
What will they think of next! There is a new national flag in the USA and it has nothing to do with a change of color. The flag measures 12 feet by 7 feet is was debuted on June 14 by Jeptha Creed. The giant flag was unveiled at its Shelbyville campus, in honor of […]
What will they think of next! There is a new national flag in the USA and it has nothing to do with a change of color. The flag measures 12 feet by 7 feet is was debuted on June 14 by Jeptha Creed. The giant flag was unveiled at its Shelbyville campus, in honor of the veterans who signed the barrels.
This gives new meaning to honored signatures. On June 14, 2016, the distillery asked a few veterans and active soldiers to sign or autograph bourbon barrels that were just about to begin the maturity process. The whiskey was christened Red White and Blue Kentucky straight bourbon.
Making the Flag
Jeptha Creed was creative in putting the empty barrels to honor the memories of the veterans who autographed them. The concept is not that new, people in Shepherdsville are used to seeing flags made from all types of material.
What is special about this flag was that the maker was also one of the soldiers who signed the barrels! The distiller contracted the local company called Cruise Custom Flags to make it happen.
Chris Cruise has made many similar flags before, even though not that big and maybe with lesser barrels. The retired US Army paratrooper was especially excited to have his signature serving as part of a national flag and got working immediately.
Many towners showed up for the unveiling program held at the distillery’s visitor center. The flag is now on display along with other tokens including challenge coins given to the distillery by visiting military personnel.
However, Cruise did not stop there. In addition to making the giant bourbon flag that is now on display, he also fashioned smaller “Lieutenant Flags”. These are made for visitors and tourists who desire to keep a souvenir.
Although they are only available in limited quantities, you can get a competitive price of $110 at the distillery’s gift shop.
Jeptha Creed Distillery and Cruise Custom Flags will unveil the largest bourbon barrel American flag ever made! The flag is to be unveiled at Jeptha Creed Distillery on June 14, 2023, which is Flag Day. Coincidentally, it also just happens to be Natio…
Jeptha Creed Distillery and Cruise Custom Flags will unveil the largest bourbon barrel American flag ever made! The flag is to be unveiled at Jeptha Creed Distillery on June 14, 2023, which is Flag Day. Coincidentally, it also just happens to be National Bourbon Day, making it even more appropriate. Read on to learn more about the flag and how Jeptha Creed Distillery and Cruise Customs support veterans.
Welcome to the latest in my ‘Get to Know’ series. Today’s turn is a unique distillery in Kentucky founded by mother-and-daughter Joyce and Autumn Nethery. What is amazing about this distillery is that it sits on 64 acres of farmland where they grow the…
Welcome to the latest in my 'Get to Know' series. Today's turn is a unique distillery in Kentucky founded by mother-and-daughter Joyce and Autumn Nethery. What is amazing about this distillery is that it sits on 64 acres of farmland where they grow their Bloody Butcher Corn that is used to create their spirits making this a true ground-to-glass distillery.
Female Ownership and Female Master Distiller
Jeptha Creed was founded by Joyce and Autumn Nethery, making it one of the only female owned distilleries. Joyce (the mother), serves as Master Distiller, also making this one of the only distilleries with a female Master Distiller.
A little bit more about the founders. Joyce earned a Master’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Louisville's Speed Scientific School, and for 15 years worked as a process engineer in industrial scale distillation. She then spent a decade teaching high school chemistry and physics.
Autumn followed in her mom's footsteps by studying distilling at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland. She also earned a marketing degree from the University of Kentucky and has a goal of expanding the Jeptha Creed brand to all 50 states.
Bloody Butcher Corn & Local Mash Bills
Jeptha Creed grows or locally sources every ingredient used in their spirits, including growing our own corn. The Bloody Butcher corn is an heirloom variety of corn, dating back to the mid-19th century in the United States. It’s non-GMO and open-pollinated, meaning they save seeds year after year to replant. When growing, the corn got the name from the color of the corn which forms burnt oranges and reds in a splotchy pattern, said to resemble a butcher’s bloody apron.
In terms of taste, Bloody Butcher has a distinctive nutty sweetness that brings out notes of vanilla and toasted pecans in their bourbon and a variety of other notes in their other products. It does cost more, but it makes Jeptha Creed unique.
Visiting Experiences and Location
At the current time, Jeptha Creed doesn't offer distillery tours, however, they have multiple tasting options starting with their spirit tasting. This occurs every hour and allows guest to learn about the Jeptha Creed family and includes quarter ounce pours of Straight 4-Grain Bourbon, Bottled-In-Bond High-Rye Bourbon, 90% Bloody Butcher Corn Bourbon, and Original Moonshine.
There is also a barrel tasting option that runs for $45 a person and allows personalized tasting straight from the barrel and a mixology class for $35 a person where you can learn about the brand and learn to make two seasonal cocktails.
With all this and more, Jeptha Creed is a brand you should put high on your visit list next time you're headed to Kentucky.
Bloody Butcher Corn is the base grain for all of Jeptha Creed’s bourbons. It usually occupies the majority of the mash bill. So it is a bit of a change of pace to have it share equal billing with 2 other heirloom corns. However, that’s exactly what happens in the latest release from Jeptha Creed, their Red White & Blue Bourbon. This bourbon is a unique mix of 3 heirloom corns, each in the same amount. Read our review to find out what it’s like!
Jeptha Creed Red White & Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 100 Proof Aged at least 4 years MSRP: $74.99 Review
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Bloody Butcher Corn – The Foundation of Jeptha Creed Bourbons
Bloody Butcher Corn is the base grain for all of Jeptha Creed’s bourbons. It usually occupies the majority of the mash bill. So it is a bit of a change of pace to have it share equal billing with 2 other heirloom corns. However, that’s exactly what happens in the latest release from Jeptha Creed, their Red White & Blue Bourbon. This bourbon is a unique mix of 3 heirloom corns, with equal proportions of each.
Mash Bill – Jeptha Creed Red White & Blue Bourbon
25% Bloody Butcher Heirloom Corn
25% Heirloom White Corn
25% Bruce’s Blue Heirloom Corn
20% Malted Rye
5% Malted Barley
According to Jeptha Creed’s press release, this bourbon was developed to show appreciation for current and past members of our military. Therefore, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Veteran’s Club Inc of Kentucky.
Labels – Jeptha Creed Red White & Blue Bourbon Review
Tasting Notes
Let’s taste it:
Rested for 15 minutes in a Glencairn
Nose: Pear, apple, dark cherry, plum, sweet and burnt caramel, brown sugar; light leather, oak & lemon citrus; subtle earthy graininess; relatively mild alcohol Taste: Caramel & brown sugar; dry oak, char and a hint of leather develop later Finish: Spice builds and caramel, mild sweetness and light leather linger with dry oak and mild char; earthiness & grassiness are there, too; Fairly long finish with a moderate burn
The nose of the Red White & Blue Bourbon is an interesting combination of numerous flavors ranging from fruit to caramel to leather, oak, earthy graininess and brown sugar. It is difficult to find a dominant one, but with time, each flavor can be teased out. Leather becomes more noticeable with each successive sip. The taste has a the expected caramel and brown sugar, but yet a a bit more. The flavors carry through into the finish which continues with moderate spice and dry oakiness, leather and char. There’s a background earthy grassiness, too.
Summary
Red White & Blue Bourbon has unique complex flavors, similar to the other Jeptha Creed bourbons that I have reviewed (Four Grain Bourbon and High Rye Bourbon). Since I believe a lot of the complexity of those bourbons come from the Bloody Butcher Corn, that gets compounded in this bourbon with the addition of two other heirloom corns, each adding their unique flavors. Like their other bourbons, Red White & Blue Bourbon is another one for those looking for something a bit different, but it takes it to a higher level than the Four Grain and the High Rye Bottled in Bond Bourbon. If these flavors appeal to you, then definitely give Jeptha Creed Red White & Blue Bourbon a try!
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Jeptha Creed Distillery celebrated their 5th anniversary by releasing this Rye Bourbon Mash Bill Bottled In Bond Bourbon on November 11, 2021. Similar to their Four Grain Bourbon, the base grain is their family farm grown Bloody Butcher Corn. That unique heirloom corn, as well as malted rye, give this bourbon some unique flavor characteristics. Read all about it in our full review!
Jeptha Creed Bottled In Bond Rye Bourbon Mash Bill Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Shelbyville, Kentucky 100 Proof Aged at least 4 years MSRP: ~$50
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Jeptha Creed Distillery celebrated their 5th anniversary by releasing this Rye Bourbon Mash Bill Bottled In Bond Bourbon on November 11, 2021. So, let’s take a quick flashback to get up to speed on this mother and daughter owned distillery. Joyce Nethery and her daughter, Autumn, are the team that own and run Jeptha Creed Distillery. They do things a little bit differently, but in a good way. First, the primary grain in all of their bourbons is Bloody Butcher Corn, grown on their own family farm. Second, they use malted rye and malted wheat as their secondary grains, which is a bit unconventional
In August of 2016 Jeptha Creed distilled their first bourbon. They soon after opened their doors to the public on November 11, 2016. For the first few years, they sold mainly unaged spirits, including flavored and unflavored vodkas and moonshine. The goal was to let their bourbon age, and not sell it before it was ready. Ultimately, they released their first straight bourbon, the very unique Four Grain Bourbon on May 10, 2019. It was followed by this Bottled In Bond Rye Bourbon in November 2019.
Like the original Four Grain Bourbon, this Bottled In Bond “Rye Heavy” Bourbon (as Jeptha Creed refers to it) has the estate grown Bloody Butcher Corn making up the majority of its mash bill. However, unlike the Four Grain, this bourbon uses only three grains. The secondary grain is malted rye, and there is a small percentage of malted barley, too.
Tasting Notes – Jeptha Creed Rye Mash Bill Bottled In Bond Bourbon Review
Let’s taste it:
Rested for 15 minutes in a Glencairn
Nose: Mild brown sugar sweetness and light leather; graininess and dark cherries in the background at first; subtle smokiness; as time goes on, burnt caramel and light rye spices become much more noticeable; moderate alcohol Taste: Brown sugar, dry oak, dark cherry, caramel, mild grassiness in the background and some smokiness Finish: Capsaicin spice builds fairly rapidly and continues into a fairly long finish. There’s also some dry oak, barrel char and smokiness, with a moderate burn. Mild leather and some grassiness becomes more noticeable as time goes on. Smoke lingers.
This bourbon changes quite a bit from the nose to the finish. The spice and dry oak which develop as the sip goes on are not really suggested by the nose. The nose initially is dominated by leather, brown sugar, dark cherries and graininess. However, after the first sip, a pleasant burnt caramel and some rye spices become more noticeable. In the taste, some of the dry oak begins to appear, to be joined by growing spice in the finish. I also notice a smokiness throughout, almost like a mildly peated scotch.
Jeptha Creed Bottled In Bond Rye Bourbon Review
A Unique Flavor Profile
The flavor profile of this Bottled In Bond bourbon has some interesting and complex notes. Likely, this is the effect of the unique mash bill. I find that Blood Butcher Corn adds some more grainy and earthy flavors to whiskey. In addition, malted rye also adds significantly different notes than the much more commonly used unmalted variety. All of this combines to create flavors that might be a bit unexpected. The spice and dryness in the finish, as well as the smokiness, came as a bit of a surprise as well.
I am enjoying this bourbon. However, similar to the Four Grain, it brings forth some flavors that are a bit unexpected. If you are in the mood for something different, are in the mood for a little smoke, and these flavors appeal to you, then definitely give Jeptha Creed Bottled In Bond Rye Bourbon a try!
We hope you have enjoyed our Jeptha Creed Bottled in Bond Rye Bourbon Review!
Thank you to Jeptha Creed for graciously providing this bourbon for our review! Would you like to learn about Jeptha Creed’s first bourbon? Then you’ll want to read our Jeptha Creed Four Grain Bourbon Review!
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Rested for 15 minutes in a Glencairn
Nose: Pear, apple, dark cherry, plum, sweet and burnt caramel, brown sugar; light leather, oak & lemon citrus; subtle earthy graininess; relatively mild alcohol
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