The Prideful Goat 12-Year Rye Makes Arkansas Debut in Exclusive CrossRoads Single Barrel Release

Last Updated on October 23, 2025 by Justin Jones

Arkansas rye drinkers have a new bottle to watch.

The first-ever single barrel release from The Prideful Goat has officially landed in Arkansas through CrossRoads Wine & Spirits, marking not only the brand’s first single barrel pick, but also what may be one of the most unique rye whiskey releases to hit the Arkansas market this year.

For Arkansas whiskey enthusiasts, this release represents something bigger than just another bottle drop. It’s another sign that Arkansas bourbon and whiskey groups continue to build real influence in the barrel-pick world.

How a Texas Barrel Pick Found Its Way to Arkansas

Back in June, 22 2025 members of Central Arkansas Bourbon Boys (CABB) traveled to Houston for a private barrel selection at Giant Texas Distillers.

During that visit, the group met Randy Sullivan, co-owner of The Prideful Goat and founder of Bourbon Real Talk.

For many bourbon fans, Sullivan is already a recognizable voice in whiskey education, but for this Arkansas group, the meeting opened the door to something much bigger — bringing a barrel home.

That opportunity became reality through collaboration with CrossRoads Wine & Spirits.

Why This Prideful Goat Release Matters

This is not just another single barrel.

This bottle represents the very first single barrel release ever offered under The Prideful Goat label, giving Arkansas the distinction of being first to market.

That’s significant.

In an era where allocated bourbon dominates headlines, private barrel picks like this continue to offer some of the best value and uniqueness in whiskey — and Arkansas groups are increasingly becoming part of that conversation.

Inside the Bottle: 12-Year Rye Finished in Texas

This release started as a 7-year Canadian rye before spending an additional five years aging in Texas inside a Giant Texas bourbon barrel.

The result is a 12-year rye bottled at cask strength — 123.08 proof.

That proof point alone makes it stand apart from The Prideful Goat’s standard 100-proof rye offerings.

For rye drinkers, that means bigger spice, richer oak, and deeper concentration.

Bottle details:

• 12 years old
• Cask strength
• 123.08 proof
• 180 bottles available
• $69.99
• No purchase limits

Arkansas whiskey clubs have quietly become serious players in the barrel-pick scene.

Groups like CABB continue proving that local enthusiasts are willing to travel, build relationships, and bring exclusive whiskey back home.

That matters because the more Arkansas consumers support these picks, the more opportunities stores like CrossRoads can secure.

For local whiskey buyers, that means better bottles, better access, and more unique releases staying in-state.

That’s a win for Arkansas whiskey culture.

Where to Buy The Prideful Goat in Arkansas

The Prideful Goat 12-Year Rye Single Barrel is available now at CrossRoads Wine & Spirits while supplies last.

With only 180 bottles released and no purchase limits, availability may move quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Prideful Goat 12-Year Rye