Overview
Green River Bourbon is the flagship Kentucky straight bourbon from Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro, Kentucky. The brand carries the historic “Whiskey Without Regrets” identity and represents the modern revival of one of Kentucky’s oldest registered distilleries.
Green River Bourbon is important because it gives the Owensboro distillery a nationally visible core bottle rooted in its revived DSP-KY-10 legacy. It sits at the center of a growing portfolio that includes wheated bourbon, rye whiskey, full proof releases, and single barrel selections.
Brand History
Green River traces its heritage to J.W. McCulloch, who founded Green River Distilling Company in 1885. The brand later endured fire, Prohibition, ownership changes, and long periods of dormancy before being revived as a modern Kentucky whiskey brand.
The modern Green River Bourbon release helped reintroduce the distillery’s name to drinkers after Bardstown Bourbon Company and Lofted Spirits brought renewed attention to the Owensboro site and its restored historic identity.
Who Owns the Brand?
Green River Bourbon is owned by Green River Distilling Co., part of Bardstown Bourbon Company and Lofted Spirits.
Producing Distillery
Green River Bourbon is distilled and aged at Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Core Products
The core product is Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The broader family includes Green River Wheated Bourbon, Green River Rye, Full Proof releases, and Single Barrel selections.
Limited Releases
Limited or specialty Green River Bourbon releases may include Full Proof Bourbon, Single Barrel Bourbon, distillery exclusives, special decanters, and market-specific releases.
Mash Bill and Production Notes
Green River Bourbon is part of Green River’s Kentucky whiskey portfolio, which official materials describe as distilled at the Owensboro distillery. Expression-level mash bill, age, and proof details should be verified through current official product pages and labels.
Availability
Green River Bourbon is one of the brand’s main distributed products. Availability varies by state, retailer, and distribution cycle, with some specialty releases limited to select markets or the distillery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Green River Bourbon?
Green River Bourbon is made by Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Who owns Green River Bourbon?
Green River is part of Bardstown Bourbon Company and Lofted Spirits.
Is Green River Bourbon Kentucky bourbon?
Yes. Green River Bourbon is Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey.
What does “Whiskey Without Regrets” mean?
It is Green River’s historic brand slogan, used as part of the revived distillery identity.