In 2013, Joe Beatrice founded Barrell Craft Spirits in Louisville, Kentucky with a plan to source high-quality whiskey from established distilleries across the country. From the outset, Barrell’s approach was radically different: cask strength releases only, no chill filtration, and full transparency.

Joyce Nethery is the co-founder, co-owner, and master distiller of Jeptha Creed Distillery, which is located in Shelbyville, Kentucky.  Joyce has a background in chemical engineering, holding a Master’s Degree from the University of Louisville.  For many years after graduating, she worked in industrial distillation until she wanted a more family-friendly schedule, and at that point, she began teaching High School chemistry and physics.

Paul Tuell understood that if Ballotin were accepted in Louisville, it could succeed almost anywhere. Consequently, every aspect of the brand, from premium packaging to ingredient quality and whiskey selection, was designed to reassure experienced bourbon drinkers, while bringing new ones into the fold.