PaPaw Ridge Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

With roots deeply embedded in the rolling hills of Shelbyville, Kentucky, PaPaw Ridge Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more than a new spirit—it’s a soulful tribute to a family icon. Created by the Nethery family, well known in the distilling world for Jeptha Creed, this new venture honors the life and legacy of Roy “PaPaw” Nethery. He wasn’t just a farmer—he was a storyteller, a lover of laughter, and the man who turned a simple ridge on the family’s farmland into a gathering place for generations.

The name PaPaw Ridge is a direct homage to the land and the memories it holds. As Co-Owner and VP of Operations, Autumn Nethery explains, this bourbon celebrates “a life well-lived, shared among good company.” It’s a simple yet bold ethos that reflects in every pour of their debut bottle.

Distilled and aged on the family’s property using heirloom crops and traditional techniques, PaPaw Ridge Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is designed with authenticity in mind. The distillery’s fusion of modern equipment and old-school passion results in a bourbon that bridges generations—both in taste and sentiment.

PaPaw Ridge Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Delivers Rich Flavor and Character

At 86 proof (43% ABV), PaPaw Ridge Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is smooth yet substantial, aged a minimum of four years to bring forward rich complexity. The mash bill includes locally grown yellow corn, rye, and malted barley—ingredients that lend a classic Kentucky soul to every bottle.

From first pour, the golden honey-amber hue draws you in. On the nose, there’s a medley of dark chocolate, butterscotch, and gently spiced baked apples. Take a sip and you’re met with round, satisfying notes of caramel apple and fig. The finish? A mellow yet lingering farewell of vanilla bean that invites you to take another slow sip—or pour one for a friend.

PaPaw Ridge Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey officially launched on August 19, 2025, with distribution beginning in Florida, including retail shelves at Publix and online via the Online Spirit Shop. National rollout is expected to follow in early 2026, but for now, Sunshine State sippers get the first taste of this heartfelt new brand.

At $39.99, it delivers remarkable value—especially for a bourbon that wears its story on its sleeve. And in true family fashion, each bottle carries the weight of legacy and the promise of quality, meant to be opened and shared—not shelved and saved.

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Allan Lane

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