From Battlefield to Bottle: The Story Behind Green Rivers Army's 250th Bourbon With CEO Mark Erwin & Master Distiller Aaron Harris

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Green River Distilling Company partners with the US Army to
create a special 250th anniversary bourbon bottled at a
meaningful 111.1 proof to commemorate Veterans Day. The
collaborative project reflects Green River's long history of
supporting veterans dating back to the distillery's founding by
J.W. McCulloch, who gained favor with veterans that helped secure
an 18-year contract as the sole spirits provider for US Marine
Hospitals.

• Official licensed product of the United States Army required
navigating complex approval processes
• Project revitalized through personal connection between Green
River leadership and the Sergeant Major of the Army
• Small batch blend of four to six-year-old barrels with notes of
warm vanilla, leather, cinnamon, and cherry
• Special product launch featured former Golden Knights
parachuting bottles from 5,000 feet at Fort Bragg
• Initial production of 10,000 six-packs quickly sold out across
distribution channels
• Priced at $49.99, making it accessible while honoring military
service
• Green River continues expanding with future innovations
including a four-grain bourbon currently aging
• Team-based approach to distilling reflects military values of
teamwork and excellence

Remember to drink responsibly. Never drink and drive and live
your life uncut and unfiltered.

A toast to those who serve! Green River Distilling Company's
Master Distiller Aaron Harris & CEO Colonel (Ret) Mark Erwin
of lofted Spirits joins the Scotchy Bourbon Boys to share the
extraordinary story behind their special US Army 250th
Anniversary bourbon. This isn't just another limited release –
it's a heartfelt tribute that celebrates America's oldest
military branch through meticulous craftsmanship and meaningful
symbolism.

The bourbon's journey from concept to bottle showcases the nimble
innovation possible at Green River, where military connections
run deep. Harris reveals how the Sergeant Major of the Army
personally revived the project after initial legal challenges,
and details the painstaking process of creating an official
licensed Army product. The partnership extends Green River's long
legacy of supporting veterans, dating back to founder J.W.
McCulloch's generous whiskey donations at veterans' memorials
that helped secure an 18-year government contract.

Bottled at a purposeful 111.1 proof to honor Veterans Day
(11/11), this small batch blend features four to six-year-old
barrels selected for their warm vanilla, leather, and cinnamon
notes, with distinctive cherry undertones. The hosts conduct a
thorough tasting that confirms this bourbon delivers exceptional
quality, earning near-perfect scores for its rich complexity and
buttery mouthfeel. But perhaps most memorable is the dramatic
product launch – Erwin describes the unforgettable day when
former Army Golden Knights parachuted bottles from 5,000 feet at
Fort Bragg before sharing authentic toasts among veterans.

What began as a projected 2,000-case release quickly expanded to
10,000 six-packs that flew off shelves nationwide. Priced
accessibly at $49.99, this commemorative bottle offers bourbon
enthusiasts and military supporters alike the chance to honor
service while enjoying premium Kentucky whiskey. Subscribe now to
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insights and passionate bourbon appreciation!


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