Historie

• 1885 Green River founded by J.W. McCulloch as the 10th oldest licensed distillery in Kentucky (DSP-KY-10).
• 1901 Green River won several international prizes.
• 1907 the brand became known as the most advertised whiskey in the world.
• 1913 Green River became official whiskey for the U.S. Marine Hospital for 18 years due to its high quality.
• 1915 the slogan was The Whiskey Without Regrets.
• 1917 deal: 20 barrels were exchanged for shares in a Colorado gold mine, and the whiskey gained a reputation as one of the most expensive spirits ever sold.
• 1918 a fire destroyed the distillery and more than 40,000 barrels of whiskey were destroyed.
• 1933 after Prohibition the distillery was rebuilt, and the brand was sold; the slogan changed to The Whiskey Without Regrets.
• 1955 the end of an era; bourbon was no longer distributed.
• 1956–1993 the distillery changed hands and was abandoned.
• 2014, like a phoenix, reconstruction began; by 2016 there was a return to active production.
• 2022 Green River Bourbon was launched; 2023 distribution expanded to 25 states and released Green River Wheated Bourbon and Green River Single Barrel.
• 2024 Rye was added to the family; today Green River is an active producer and is referred to as the Pride of Owensboro.

Produktion / Fremstilling

• Green River is based in Owensboro, Kentucky and is the 10th oldest licensed distillery in the state (DSP-KY-10).
• Grain-to-Glass: raw materials from locally grown grains, distillation and aging occur on-site.
• Aging takes place in its own warehouses, and the company focuses on high quality throughout the process.
• Mash bills and expressions vary between products; for example, a Bourbon with 70% corn, 21% rye and 9% malted barley as well as a Rye with 95% rye and 5% malted barley; Wheated variants use wheat.
• The Army 250th Anniversary set has a mash bill of 75% corn, 15% rye and 10% malted barley and is known for its Army-licensed marking.

Produkter / Whisky-serien

• Kentucky Straight Bourbon – 45% ABV (90 proof); Mash Bill: 70% corn, 21% rye, 9% malted barley; flavors: vanilla, caramel, spice, cinnamon and chocolate peppermint; appearance: deep golden amber; finish: rich and long.
• Kentucky Straight Rye – 47.5% ABV (95 proof); Mash Bill: 95% rye, 5% malted barley; flavors: orange peel, fresh mint, and a touch of black pepper; finish: medium.
• Kentucky Wheated Bourbon – 45% ABV (90 proof); Mash Bill: 70% corn, 21% wheat, 9% malted barley; flavors: peach, caramel, toffee and bakery notes; finish: honeyed roundness.
• 1885 Bourbon – 42.5% ABV (85 proof); Mash Bill: 76% corn, 15% rye, 9% malted barley; flavors: almond, orange, cinnamon; finish: caramel, vanilla and a spicy finish.
• Full Proof Bourbon – 58.65% ABV (117.3 proof); Mash Bill: 70% corn, 21% rye, 9% malted barley; flavors: spicy warmth, vanilla, caramel and chocolate-dipped peppermints; finish: long and rich.
• Single Barrel Bourbon – Proof varies by barrel; Mash Bill: 70% corn, 21% rye, 9% malted barley; flavors: orange, mint and a hint of black pepper; finish: calm, rounded.
• Single Barrel Wheated – Proof varies by barrel; Mash Bill: 70% corn, 21% wheat, 9% malted barley; flavors: orange, apricot, cinnamon; honeyed mouthfeel; finish: long and smooth.
• Army 250th Anniversary – 55.55% ABV (111.1 proof); Mash Bill: 75% corn, 15% rye, 10% malted barley; flavors: caramel, black cherry, cocoa and peppermint; appearance: deep golden amber; finish: toffee and roasted oak; officially licensed for the U.S. Army (Licensing Program).
• Rye (Kentucky Straight Rye) – 47.5% ABV (95 proof); Mash Bill: 95% rye, 5% malted barley; flavors: orange zest, fresh mint, crushed black pepper; finish: medium with rye-spice and tea notes.

Besøg / Oplevelser

• Green River Distillery (Owensboro) and Louisville Tasting Room offer distillery tours and tastings; distillery tours Wednesday–Saturday: 10:00, 12:00, 14:00; Sit and Sip Wednesday–Friday: 11:00 and 13:00; Barrel Thieving Tour Wednesday–Thursday: 15:00; Cocktail Class Saturday: 15:00; prices: Tours 22 USD; Sit & Sip 14 USD; Barrel Thieving 60 USD; Cocktail Class 60 USD; closed Sunday–Tuesday; addresses: Owensboro: 10 Distillery Road; Louisville: 714 West Main Street.
• VIP tours and private events are also available, as well as a gift shop and cocktail lounge.

Filosofi

• Heritage in Every Pour – A proud bourbon culture born in Owensboro, with emphasis on heritage and craftsmanship.
• Grain to Glass – Local ingredients, careful distillation and on-site aging that tie the history to every pour.
• Award-Winning Taste – Recognitions from competitions and industry publications, without compromising on quality.
• Without Regrets – The brand's promise and identity through the timeline and the development of its products.