Jeptha Creed Distillery

Where Bourbon Is Born in the Field and Raised in the Barrel

In the rolling countryside of Shelbyville, bourbon doesn’t begin in a bottle—it begins in the dirt.

At Jeptha Creed Distillery, bourbon is planted, harvested, milled, mashed, distilled, barreled, and aged all within reach of the same family hands. From heirloom Bloody Butcher corn to carefully chosen oak barrels, every step happens with intention. This is grain-to-glass bourbon in its purest Kentucky form.

Founded and led by mother-daughter team Joyce Nethery and Autumn Nethery, Jeptha Creed transforms heritage corn into bold, spice-forward bourbon that reflects the land it came from.

Here, bourbon isn’t rushed.
It’s raised.

🥃 Bourbon Tours That Go Beyond the Barrel

Signature Bourbon Tour – From Soil to Sip

Step into the full bourbon journey.

Walk the path from Bloody Butcher cornfields to copper stills. See fermentation in motion. Stand among aging barrels as notes of oak, caramel, and vanilla drift through the rickhouse air.

The tour ends the Kentucky way—with a guided tasting of flagship and seasonal bourbons. Expect depth, spice, sweetness, and structure in every pour.

~1 hour | $22 | Includes tasting & souvenir glass

Barrel Tasting Experience – Bourbon Untamed

This is bourbon in its rawest expression.

Draw whiskey straight from the barrel. Taste how heat, cold, and time sculpt flavor differently depending on barrel placement and age. Compare nuances from various locations within the rickhouse—and preview potential Single Barrel releases before they’re bottled.

Seasonal | Limited availability | Pricing varies

Behind-the-Scenes Master Distiller Tour

For those who want to go deeper than the standard pour.

Explore the working farm, distillery floor, and aging warehouses. Learn the science of mash bills, fermentation timing, barrel char, and proofing decisions. Finish with a premium tasting flight that may include rare or unreleased expressions.

Select weekends | Reservations required | Premium pricing

Bourbon Cocktail Experience – Stirred With Character

Bourbon isn’t just for sipping neat.

In this interactive session, craft classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned alongside seasonal house creations. Sample three mini cocktails featuring Jeptha Creed bourbon—each one highlighting how structure and sweetness evolve when mixed with care.

Daily | Includes three handcrafted mini cocktails

VIP & Private Group Tastings

Perfect for bourbon clubs, corporate gatherings, or private celebrations.

Enjoy curated barrel selections, exclusive pours, and access to areas not open to general tours. Commemorative glassware and personalized experiences elevate the visit from tasting to true bourbon event.

By appointment | Custom pricing

🌽 Bourbon Grown, Not Just Made

Every batch begins on the Nethery family farm.

Non-GMO Bloody Butcher corn provides a distinctive depth—rich, slightly spicy, unmistakably bold. Kentucky limestone water supports fermentation. Local ingredients add authenticity.

The philosophy is simple:

Farm.
Mash.
Barrel.
Glass.

No shortcuts. No compromise.

🥃 The Bourbon Lineup

  • Straight Bourbon Whiskey – Full-bodied, spice-driven, layered with oak.

  • Bloody Butcher’s Creed – Heirloom corn character at the forefront.

  • Single Barrel Releases – Limited, expressive, barrel-specific.

  • Barrel-Aged Cocktails – Ready to sip, built on bourbon backbone.

Each expression highlights the signature grain profile that sets Jeptha Creed apart from traditional mashbills.

🍇 Beyond Bourbon

While bourbon is the anchor, the distillery also produces:

  • Fruit-forward brandies

  • Estate-crafted vodka

  • Flavored moonshines like Apple Pie and Blackberry

All made with the same commitment to local sourcing and hands-on production.

🏞️ Plan Your Visit

📍 500 Gordon Lane, Shelbyville, KY 40065

Hours:
Thursday–Saturday: 11 AM – 6 PM
Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM
Closed Monday–Wednesday

After your tour, settle onto the patio with a bourbon cocktail and take in the rolling Shelby County landscape. Stop by the gift shop for exclusive bottles, branded glassware, and small-batch releases you won’t find elsewhere.

👩‍🌾 Bourbon With Roots

At Jeptha Creed, bourbon is personal.

It carries the flavor of heirloom corn, the influence of Kentucky seasons, and the fingerprints of a family devoted to doing things their own way.

Come for the bourbon.
Stay for the craftsmanship.
Leave with a bottle that started in the soil—and finished in the barrel.