Whisky Review: Green River Wheated Full Proof Bourbon

Introduction We’ve tried just about everything Green River has put out over the past couple of years, and more often than not, we’ve walked away impressed. With Aaron Harris steering the ship and Lofted Spirits continuing to expand its footprint alongside Bardstown Bourbon Company, Green River has quietly built one of the more reliable portfolios in American whiskey. Now they’re expanding their Full Proof lineup with Green River Wheated Full Proof Bourbon , following the wheated expression’s win for Best Overall Whiskey at the New York Spirits Competition. That’s a bold move, and a high bar to clear. This batch comes in at 109.3 proof (54.65% ABV) , with a mash bill of 70% corn, 21% wheat, and 9% malted barley , aged between five and seven years , and priced at $49.99 MSRP . On paper, that’s a compelling value in today’s bourbon market. But how does it actually drink? This review is taken from our episode " One Battle After Another (2025) / Gre

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