Green River Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon Review & Tasting Notes

Green River Distilling Company has a storied background. Rather than rehashing what was in the review of its flagship whiskey, I invite you to head over to it and learn more. To keep things simple, Green River was assigned DSP-KY-10, making it only the tenth licensed distillery in Kentucky. There was a fire, mothballing and resurrections, and several acquisitions. Just last year, Green River was purchased by Bardstown Bourbon Company.

 

A few weeks ago, I reviewed Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon, its flagship high-rye Bourbon. Today I’m reviewing Green River Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon, which launched across 25 states just last month.

 

“We’re energized by how the bourbon community has embraced Green River. [It] is a brand with a distinct and storied history, and we embrace it fully while remaining future-looking to create delicious new whiskies that delight bourbon enthusiasts and casual consumers across the U.S.” - Aaron Harris, Head Distiller

 

This whiskey starts with a mash of 70% corn, 21% wheat, and 9% malted six-row barley. It carries no age statement, making it at least four years old. The char level is undisclosed. It is packaged at 45% ABV (90°), and you can expect a 750ml bottle to run about $35.00.

 

Before I #DrinkCurious, I must thank Green River Distilling Company for providing me with a sample of this Bourbon in exchange for my no-strings-attached, honest review. Let’s get to it!

 

Appearance: I used a Glencairn glass to sip this Bourbon neat. Inside, it resembled old gold. A medium rim formed slow, straight tears that fell down the wall.

 

Nose: The first things I smelled were stewed peaches and dried apricot. Vanilla, corn, and toasted oak. I encountered more corn and vanilla when I pulled the air into my mouth.

 

Palate: A thin and oily texture greeted my tongue. The front of my palate tasted of Nutella, Danish pastries, and almonds, while the middle had flavors of cherry and honey. The back offered clove, dry oak, and leather notes.

 

Finish: Medium-to-long in duration, the finish consisted of cherry, honey, almond, oak, leather, and clove.

 

Bottle, Bar, or Bust: I tried to avoid preconceived notions and failed with Green River Wheated Bourbon. I had expected a softer mouthfeel. That’s okay because it became an attention-getter. This Bourbon won’t blow your mind, but for $35.00, you’re getting an impressive Bourbon that will be sure to please. Without a doubt, it snags my coveted Bottle rating. Cheers!

 

My Simple, Easy-to-Understand Rating System

• Bottle = Buy It
• Bar = Try It
• Bust = Leave It

 

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