Green River Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey

Owensboro-based Green River Distilling releases its highly-anticipated rye whiskey tomorrow, February 1st.Green River Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is a 95 proof expression, with a mash bill of 95 percent rye and five percent malted barley. The whiskey is a blend of four-to-six year old barrels that have all been distilled, aged and bottled at Green River Distilling Co.(DSP-KY-10), and joins the flagship Green River Bourbon and Green River Wheated as the third expression in its core lineup.

Green River is an important name in Kentucky whiskey history. The brand was originally founded in Owensboro in 1885 and, as the DSP number indicates, was the 10th oldest distillery licensed in the Commonwealth. By 1907, Green River was considered the most-advertised whiskey in the world. The brand continued in acclaim and popularity even after prohibition, but was shuttered in the 1950s as part of the decline of American whiskey. The brand was revived in 2016 and started production in 2022. Green River Kentucky Straight Rye is presented in the brand’s signature packaging - a horseshoe shaped bottle honoring the original labeling from 1885 - tells the story of the brand through glass with 10 notches on the brands horseshoe referencing DSP-KY-10, an ornate tax trip with the original tagline "The Whiskey Without Regrets," and "The Pride of Owensboro" prominently displayed.

Green River will mark the launch with a special celebration on February 1, 2024, with bottle sales beginning at 9 a.m. Four specialty VIP tours, led by Head Distiller Aaron Harris and National Brand Ambassador Caryn Wells, will give guests a behind-the-scenes look at Rickhouse B, a barrel strength tasting and a bottle of Green River Kentucky Straight Rye to take home. From 2 - 5 p.m. the community is invited to the distillery for music, food and cocktails featuring the new release. Visit the Green River website to reserve tours and tastings.

Green River Rye is offered at suggested retail price of $34.99