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Marsh Hen Mill Jimmy Red Grits

Marsh Hen Mill Jimmy Red Grits

Marsh Hen Mill

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Rediscover one of the South's most celebrated heirloom grains with Marsh Hen Mill Jimmy Red Grits. Stone-ground on Edisto Island, South Carolina, these exceptional grits are milled from the legendary Jimmy Red corn - a nearly extinct heirloom variety painstakingly revived through years of dedication by Marsh Hen Mill founder Greg Johnsman. What began with a handful of preserved kernels and a shared vision with acclaimed chef Sean Brock has become one of the most inspiring preservation stories in modern Southern food.

Unlike commodity grits, Jimmy Red Grits deliver remarkable depth of flavor and texture. Their rich yellow color flecked with deep red hints at the complex taste within - naturally sweet with notes of toasted pecan, warm baking spices, and a subtle bourbon-like finish. Slow stone-grinding preserves the corn's natural oils and flavor, creating creamy, full-bodied grits that stand beautifully on their own or alongside shrimp, smoked sausage, country ham, roasted vegetables, or simply butter and cracked black pepper.

More than just breakfast, Jimmy Red Grits represent the revival of a Southern culinary tradition that was nearly lost to history. Whether you're recreating classic Lowcountry recipes or discovering heirloom grains for the first time, Marsh Hen Mill brings generations of Southern craftsmanship to every bowl.

Unenriched cracked corn

  • Packaging: 1.5 lb bag
  • Product Type: Stone-ground grits
  • Origin: Edisto Island, South Carolina
  • Milling Method: Stone-ground
  • Flavor Profile: Deep, nutty, naturally sweet with toasted pecan and warm spice notes
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.

Rediscover one of the South's most celebrated heirloom grains with Marsh Hen Mill Jimmy Red Grits. Stone-ground on Edisto Island, South Carolina, these exceptional grits are milled from the legendary Jimmy Red corn - a nearly extinct heirloom variety painstakingly revived through years of dedication by Marsh Hen Mill founder Greg Johnsman. What began with a handful of preserved kernels and a shared vision with acclaimed chef Sean Brock has become one of the most inspiring preservation stories in modern Southern food.

Unlike commodity grits, Jimmy Red Grits deliver remarkable depth of flavor and texture. Their rich yellow color flecked with deep red hints at the complex taste within - naturally sweet with notes of toasted pecan, warm baking spices, and a subtle bourbon-like finish. Slow stone-grinding preserves the corn's natural oils and flavor, creating creamy, full-bodied grits that stand beautifully on their own or alongside shrimp, smoked sausage, country ham, roasted vegetables, or simply butter and cracked black pepper.

More than just breakfast, Jimmy Red Grits represent the revival of a Southern culinary tradition that was nearly lost to history. Whether you're recreating classic Lowcountry recipes or discovering heirloom grains for the first time, Marsh Hen Mill brings generations of Southern craftsmanship to every bowl.

Unenriched cracked corn

  • Packaging: 1.5 lb bag
  • Product Type: Stone-ground grits
  • Origin: Edisto Island, South Carolina
  • Milling Method: Stone-ground
  • Flavor Profile: Deep, nutty, naturally sweet with toasted pecan and warm spice notes
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.