Green River Distilling Co. sits along the Green River in Owensboro, Kentucky, in a facility that’s been making whiskey since the 1800s. The operation was revived in 2016 by Jacob Call and Terence Reilly, who brought the historic Green River brand back to life after it had been dormant for decades. Call, whose family has deep Kentucky bourbon roots, partnered with Reilly to restore both the distillery and the brand that once operated on this same site. They’re producing bourbon, rye, and wheated whiskey in a restored facility that maintains its industrial bourbon heritage while adding modern equipment and visitor amenities. The distillery combines historical significance with contemporary craft distilling, creating spirits that honor the Green River legacy while establishing their own reputation. You’ll find a working distillery that takes its Kentucky bourbon heritage seriously, with production focused on traditional mashbills and aging processes that reflect the region’s whiskey-making traditions. The facility includes both production areas and visitor spaces, offering an authentic look at how bourbon gets made in a place where it’s been happening for well over a century.