Overview
Green River Wheated Bourbon is a Kentucky straight bourbon from Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro, Kentucky. It uses wheat as the secondary grain instead of rye, giving it a softer and rounder profile than the flagship Green River Bourbon.
The expression is one of the most important bottles in the revived Green River portfolio. It gives the brand a wheated bourbon option for drinkers who enjoy approachable sweetness, pastry notes, and a smoother grain profile while still staying connected to traditional Kentucky bourbon.
Brand History
Green River’s modern wheated bourbon builds on the historic Green River name and the revived Owensboro distillery. The brand’s broader identity reaches back to 1885 and the “Whiskey Without Regrets” slogan, while the wheated expression reflects the modern distillery’s effort to offer multiple Kentucky whiskey styles.
Green River Wheated Bourbon has also received major attention through competition recognition, helping raise the profile of both the expression and the Owensboro distillery.
Who Owns the Brand?
Green River Wheated Bourbon is owned by Green River Distilling Co., part of Bardstown Bourbon Company and Lofted Spirits.
Producing Distillery
Green River Wheated Bourbon is distilled and aged at Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Core Products
The core product is Green River Kentucky Wheated Bourbon. Related releases include Green River Wheated Full Proof Bourbon and Green River Single Barrel Wheated Bourbon.
Limited Releases
Limited or specialty wheated releases may include Wheated Full Proof, Single Barrel Wheated, barrel selections, distillery exclusives, and market-specific bottlings.
Mash Bill and Production Notes
Green River’s official materials list the wheated bourbon mash bill as 70% corn, 21% wheat, and 9% malted barley. The core wheated bourbon is listed at 90 proof. Release-specific details should still be verified by current label.
Availability
Green River Wheated Bourbon is distributed in many markets, though availability varies by state, retailer, and release cycle. Full proof and single barrel wheated releases are more limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Green River Wheated Bourbon?
Green River Wheated Bourbon is made by Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Is Green River Wheated Bourbon a wheated bourbon?
Yes. It uses wheat as the secondary grain after corn.
Who owns Green River Wheated Bourbon?
Green River is part of Bardstown Bourbon Company and Lofted Spirits.
What is the mash bill?
Official materials list 70% corn, 21% wheat, and 9% malted barley.