As springtime rolls in with warmer temps, it is time to mix delightfully refreshing drinks! And what better way to awaken our taste buds than with the vibrant flavors of our all-time favorite late spring fruits like cherries? This spring cocktail featuring Jeptha Creed 4 Grain Bourbon serves as a delicious treat. This smooth sipper is perfect to enjoy a drop at home on a sunny afternoon and at any spring gatherings, from Easter brunch to Kentucky Derby to Mother's Day.
Located in Shelbyville, Kentucky, Jeptha Creed is known for creating award-winning spirits with farm-grown heirloom corn combined with malted grains, all while utilizing traditional techniques. Owned and operated by Joyce and Autumn Nethery, a remarkable mother-daughter duo, the distillery holds a rich heritage, reflected in the name of this delightful cocktail - "The 1700," paying homage to the Nethery family's arrival at Kentucky and legacy since then. Check it out!
Method: Combine all ingredients over ice into a shaker tin. Shake thoroughly. Double strain into one half of your shaker and remove ice from tin, shake again without ice. Strain into coupe glass and top with ground nutmeg.
For more information on Jeptha Creed 4 Grain Bourbon, visit HERE.