Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Green River Straight Kentucky Bourbon - Tasting Video
Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Green River Straight Kentucky Bourbon - Tasting Video

Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon 750ml

$109.00
Overview
Kentucky Straight Bourbon · 21% Rye Mash Bill · 45% ABV · 750ml

Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon is distilled and aged at Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro, Kentucky. Made with 70% corn, 21% rye and 9% malted barley, it is matured in new charred American oak and bottled at 45% ABV.

Warming spice, vanilla and caramel meet chocolate-coated peppermint, cinnamon and dried cherry. This is Green River's rye-recipe Kentucky straight bourbon, distinct from its wheated expression.

Product Details

Production & Craftsmanship

Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon is produced at Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro, Kentucky. Its mash bill combines 70% corn, 21% rye and 9% malted barley, bringing warming spice alongside vanilla and caramel. Bottled at 45% ABV, this is a rye-recipe bourbon, not the wheated expression.

Attribute Detail
Mash bill 70% corn, 21% rye, 9% malted barley
Maturation New charred American oak barrels
Production Distilled and aged onsite in Owensboro
Age statement No age statement

Product Details

Attribute Detail
Brand Green River
Producer Green River Distilling Co.
Region Owensboro, Kentucky, USA
Style Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey
ABV 45% (90 proof)
Bottle size 750ml
Release Core range
Tasting Notes

Appearance: Rich, golden amber.

Palate: Warming spice, vanilla, caramel and chocolate-coated peppermint, with cinnamon, dried cherry and a touch of light leather.

Finish: Lingering, with a rich mouthfeel.

What sets this bottle apart
  • A mash bill of 70% corn, 21% rye and 9% malted barley
  • Distilled and aged onsite in Owensboro, Kentucky
  • Matured in new charred American oak barrels
  • Vanilla and caramel balanced by warming spice and chocolate-mint notes
  • 45% ABV in a 750ml bottle, suited to sipping and cocktails
Distillery Information

Green River Distilling Co. is based in Owensboro, Kentucky, on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. The Green River name dates back to the 1880s. This bourbon is distilled and aged onsite, connecting the historic brand with its present-day Kentucky production.

Awards & Recognition

Distillery recognition: Green River Distilling Co. was named Kentucky Distillery of the Year at the 2022 New York International Spirits Competition. This recognition applies to the distillery, rather than a medal for this individual bottling.

Who this bottle is for

For bourbon drinkers who enjoy rye spice without moving into rye whiskey, fans of Kentucky distillery heritage, and home bartenders looking for a bourbon for an Old Fashioned or Manhattan. It also suits newcomers exploring a spice-led bourbon profile.

How to enjoy

Try it neat to explore the vanilla, caramel and spice, or serve over a large ice cube. Add a little water to taste if you prefer. For cocktails, use it in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan.

Why we curate it

At Bourbon Brothers Australia, we choose Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon for its balance of rye spice, vanilla and caramel, with a distinctive chocolate-mint note.

  • A rye-recipe bourbon with clearly stated grain proportions
  • Owensboro production and a historic Kentucky brand
  • Versatility for neat pours, ice and classic bourbon cocktails

A practical bottle for exploring Kentucky bourbon with a spice-led character.