Custom Kentucky Whiskey Production

Two Distilleries. One Unmatched Custom Distilling Platform. Together, Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River Distilling Co. offer the most comprehensive and flexible custom whiskey production platform in Kentucky .This dual-distillery model gives partners a rare strategic advantage: the ability to choose between a classic, iconic Kentucky distillery experience or a state-of-the-art modern distilling environment, all within one integrated system.

What We Offer

Choice and Flexibility

Choose between traditional and modern distilling environments. Choose between classic Kentucky Whiskey recipe or a completely bespoke mashbill.

Build Consistency

With a variety of new fill options and aged onsite inventory available, craft a perfect and consistent whiskey.

Purpose Built.

This is not a one-size-fits-all solution. It is a purpose-built platform designed to meet brands where they are and support where they are going. Two distilleries. Endless possibilities

Where Great Whiskey Brands Begin

Built for Long-Term Brand Liquid Strategy

Custom New Fill production is not just about distillation — it is about building the foundation of a long-term brand supply. Whether your vision calls for time-honored tradition or cutting-edge innovation, this combined offering allows brands to precisely match liquid, process, and place to the long-term strategy, without compromise.

From Mash Bill to Barrel Entry: How Custom New Fill Works

STEP 1

Liquid & Production Strategy

Define mash bill, distillation parameters, fermentation approach, and long-term aging strategy aligned to brand goals.

STEP 2

Distillation & Fermentation Execution

Choose your distillation location and mashbill with the option to bring your own team and ingredients onsite to distill.

STEP 3

New Fill Quality Validation

Laboratory teams validate proof, composition, and sensory performance prior to barrel entry to ensure aging consistency.

STEP 4

Barrels and Storage

Choose the style of barrel controlling the toast or char, and then store in one of our 51 total aging warehouses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is contract distilling for whiskey?

Contract distilling allows brands to produce custom whiskey at an established distillery without owning production facilities. Lofted Spirits provides end-to-end contract distilling services including custom mash bill development, fermentation, distillation at your choice of two Kentucky distilleries, barrel selection, aging in 51 warehouses, laboratory validation, and complete bottling and packaging services.

How much does contract distilling cost?

Contract distilling costs vary widely depending on bourbon type, production volume, and aging duration. Lofted Spirits works best with commitments of at least 300 barrels and offers projects across all sizes. The team can discuss specific variables to help calculate your bourbon budget based on your unique vision and long-term brand strategy.

How do I start my own bourbon brand?

Starting a bourbon brand begins with partnering with an experienced contract distiller. Lofted Spirits has helped dozens of brands create award-winning expressions including Five Trail, 15 Stars, Blue Run, and Forbidden. Their team guides you through mash bill selection, distillation location choice, aging strategy, and complete production - from concept to bottled product.

What is private label whiskey and how does it work?

Private label whiskey allows brands to create custom bourbon under their own label without owning a distillery. Lofted Spirits offers comprehensive private label whiskey services through Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River Distilling Co., providing over 500 points of customization including mash bill selection, barrel specifications, aging, and complete bottling and packaging services.

What can be customized in a bourbon mash bill?

Lofted Spirits offers extensive mash bill customization with more than 50 distinct mash bills available and counting. Their blenders and distillers work with partners to customize grain composition, distillation parameters, fermentation approach, proof specifications, barrel char levels, and aging strategy - providing over 500 total points of customization to realize your exact vision.

Can I purchase already-aged bourbon for my brand?

Yes, Lofted Spirits maintains a huge variety of aged bourbon and rye mash bills in their rickhouses available for immediate purchase. This allows brands to bring projects to market quickly without waiting years for new distillate to age, providing flexibility for both immediate launches and long-term custom production strategies.

Who are the leading private label bourbon manufacturers in the USA?

Lofted Spirits operates the most comprehensive custom whiskey production platform in Kentucky through two distilleries: Bardstown Bourbon Company (the nation's most technologically advanced facility) and Green River Distilling Co. (featuring classic 40-year-old stills). Together, they've helped create award-winning brands including Five Trail, 15 Stars, Blue Run, and Forbidden, among dozens of others.

Can a contract distiller help match a specific bourbon taste profile?

Yes, Lofted Spirits' experienced team of blenders and distillers can match specific taste profiles through either blending aged bourbon inventory or developing custom mash bills. With more than 50 mash bills available, state-of-the-art lab capabilities, and expertise across traditional and modern distilling methods, they have the tools to achieve your desired flavor notes.

Do contract distilleries provide bottling and packaging services?

Yes, Lofted Spirits provides complete bottling, labeling, and packaging services whether you distill with them or only need final production steps handled. Their full-service facilities manage end-to-end production from mash bill development through distillation, aging, laboratory validation, bottling, and packaging - all within one integrated platform.

What is an alternating proprietorship for bourbon production?

Lofted Spirits now offers access to facilities equipped for alternating DSPs (Distilled Spirits Plants) with dedicated processing areas. This allows customers to take advantage of reduced tax rates under the TTB's Craft Beverage Modernization Act (CBMA) without operating their own dedicated facility, providing significant cost benefits for qualifying brands.