Purspirit Releases Green River Wheated Bourbon Single Barrel in Fayetteville

The Fayetteville whiskey scene picked up a noteworthy new release as Purspirit Liquor unveiled a Green River Wheated Bourbon – Single Barrel selection. Known for curating thoughtful barrel picks and maintaining a strong connection to Northwest Arkansas bourbon enthusiasts, Purspirit continues to add meaningful releases to the local market with this latest selection.

This single barrel offering highlights a wheated bourbon profile—substituting wheat for rye as the secondary grain—resulting in a softer, rounder expression that appeals to both seasoned bourbon drinkers and those newer to the category.

About the Distillery: Green River

Produced by Green River Distilling Company, this bourbon traces its roots to Owensboro, Kentucky. Green River’s history dates back to the late 19th century, and in recent years the brand has re-established itself as a respected name in Kentucky bourbon, balancing heritage with modern production standards.

Green River’s wheated mash bill is designed to emphasize approachability—favoring caramel sweetness, gentle oak, and baking spice over sharp spice notes—making it an ideal canvas for single barrel selections.

The Barrel Pick

While exact barrel specifics can vary from pick to pick, Purspirit’s selection stays true to the style that wheated bourbon fans gravitate toward:

• Style: Wheated Bourbon
• Format: Single Barrel
• Profile: Soft sweetness, vanilla, caramel, light oak, and a smooth, lingering finish
• Availability: Limited to this specific barrel at Purspirit

As with all single barrel releases, once this barrel is gone, it’s gone—making each bottle a snapshot of a single moment in the rickhouse rather than a replicated batch.

Why This Pick Matters

Wheated single barrels are increasingly sought after, especially when selected by retailers with a strong local palate and community focus. Purspirit’s Green River pick reinforces the store’s reputation for offering thoughtfully chosen barrels that prioritize drinkability over hype.

For Northwest Arkansas bourbon fans, this release represents:

• A locally curated single barrel
• A classic wheated profile without inflated pricing
• A limited, one-off expression that won’t be repeated

Final Thoughts

Purspirit’s Green River Wheated Bourbon Single Barrel is a reminder that some of the best bottles in Arkansas don’t come from national lotteries or flashy releases—they come from local stores making smart selections for their community. If you appreciate smooth, balanced wheated bourbon, this is a bottle worth tracking down while it’s still on the shelf.