The Soul of the Cornfield: Distilling with Ohio Blue Clarage

This isn’t your average commercial dent corn. Ohio Blue Clarage is a deeply rooted heirloom variety, once a staple of rural farms, now rediscovered by the craft distilling community. Its kernels are rich in natural oils and pigments—specifically anthocyanins—which are the secret behind its nuanced spirit.

When mashed and distilled, Ohio Blue Clarage delivers a completely distinctive flavour profile that commercial yellow corns cannot match. It offers a soft, almost flowery grain aroma, leading to complex tasting notes of earthy sweetness, toasted almond, and a robust, nutty finish. Its semi-dent structure makes it easy to mill, creating a speckled meal that yields a highly fermentable mash. Perfect for an authentic corn whiskey or to add a layer of unique heritage character to a premium bourbon mash bill, Ohio Blue Clarage provides a rich, viscous mouthfeel and a truly memorable sip.