CINCINNATI, OH (March 26, 2025)—Cincinnati Distilling proudly announces the launch of Joe Nuxhall Baseball Bat Aged Bourbon, a one-of-a-kind collaboration with the Joe Nuxhall Foundation. This 90-proof bourbon, featuring their gold medal winning mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley, offers a smooth yet robust taste that pays homage to Reds legend Joe Nuxhall. What makes this release truly unique is its aging process—infused with maple baseball bats, a tribute to Nuxhall’s storied career and a highlight of this limited-edition offering.
The Joe Nuxhall Foundation, a cornerstone of this partnership, works tirelessly to enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families through adaptive recreation and community initiatives. Central to their mission are the Joe Nuxhall Miracle League Fields, a state-of-the-art, accessible baseball facility where players of all abilities can experience the thrill of the game. Partial proceeds from every bottle sold will support the foundation’s efforts to provide inclusive opportunities and ensure everyone gets a chance to play.
“We’re honored to team up with the Joe Nuxhall Foundation to craft a bourbon that celebrates Joe’s legacy while giving back to the community,” said a spokesperson from Cincinnati Distilling. “The maple baseball bat aging process brings a distinctive character to this bourbon, and we can’t wait for fans to taste it.”
"Oh, how my Dad would have enjoyed this partnership with Cincinnati Distilling," said Kim Nuxhall, president and board chairman of The Nuxhall Foundation. "He loved Cincinnati because it's a community built on compassion and character, and by sharing his love of the game through this insanely-creative bourbon, Cincinnati Distilling will help us create even greater opportunities for athletes with disabilities. He would have been so grateful--and he also would've been the first in line for a sample!"
Joe Nuxhall Baseball Bat Aged Bourbon is available for pre-order now on the Cincinnati Distilling website (www.cincinnatidistilling.com) for a small reservation fee, with a final price of $44.99 plus tax per bottle. Pickup is scheduled for April 12th at March First Brewing on Fountain Square, where the Joe Nuxhall Foundation will join local Reds sports broadcasting icons for a memorable launch event.
Don’t miss your chance to own this legendary collectible bottle—pre-order today and secure your piece of Cincinnati history before they’re sold out. Raise a glass to Joe Nuxhall’s enduring impact and support a mission that’s changing lives one swing at a time.
About The Nuxhall Foundation
The Nuxhall Foundation is the legacy foundation for former Major League Baseball pitcher and longtime Cincinnati Reds broadcaster, Joe Nuxhall. A central project of The Nuxhall Foundation is The Joe Nuxhall Miracle League Fields—an entirely accessible baseball and recreational facility where every player with every challenge gets every chance to play. More than 200 players between ages 4 to 80 participate in programs at the Miracle League Fields.
For more information, visit http://www.nuxhallmiracleleague.org.
About Cincinnati Distilling
Cincinnati Distilling crafts spirits in Cincinnati, Ohio, since 2017, alongside March First Brewing. Together, we are the city's unique blend of brewery, cidery, and distillery.