Balcones Baby Blue Corn Whiskey 750ml

Experience the true taste of blue corn transformed into liquid gold with Balcones Baby Blue, the whisky that launched America's craft distilling revolution. Made from 100% roasted blue corn, this innovative expression created an entirely new whisky category, proving that corn whisky could be sophisticated, complex, and utterly delicious. From the heart of Texas, Baby Blue showcases how traditional grains and modern techniques can create something genuinely groundbreaking. Light gold color with remarkable clarity. The nose immediately reveals its unique character—sweet blue corn dominates but with complexity including notes of kettle corn, vanilla custard, and subtle smoke from roasted corn. Hints of cinnamon and tropical fruit add intrigue. On the palate, Baby Blue delivers smooth, sweet corn flavor unlike any bourbon—the blue corn provides a nuttier, more complex sweetness than yellow corn, with notes of toasted grain, light caramel, and gentle spice creating layers of flavor. What distinguishes Baby Blue is its pioneering use of 100% blue corn, creating flavors impossible with traditional corn varieties. The heirloom blue corn, sourced from New Mexico, provides unique flavor compounds that survive distillation. Balcones' decision to roast the corn before mashing adds another dimension, creating subtle smoky notes that complement the natural sweetness. This innovative approach earned Baby Blue numerous awards and established Balcones as a craft distilling leader. Best enjoyed neat to appreciate the unique blue corn character, though it makes fascinating cocktails. For whisky enthusiasts seeking new frontiers, Baby Blue offers a completely original experience that redefined American whisky possibilities.