Peaky Blinders Bourbon Whiskey by Green River Finished with Irish Oak Staves

Peaky Blinders Bourbon Whiskey Finished with Irish Whiskey Oak Staves is a distinctive transatlantic whiskey inspired by the gritty world of the Shelby family from the hit television series. Combining classic Kentucky bourbon richness with the subtle influence of Irish whiskey-seasoned oak staves, this limited-release spirit delivers a balanced profile of fruit, honey, spice, and toasted oak. Smooth yet characterful, it bridges two whiskey traditions—American boldness and Irish elegance—resulting in a unique, approachable bourbon with cinematic flair.

These bottles will ship in the first week of April 2026.

Origins & Craftsmanship
This whiskey was created as the first official bourbon release tied to the Peaky Blinders franchise, developed through a collaboration between Barrel Global and Banijay Rights. The spirit itself is distilled at the historic Green River Distilling Company in Kentucky, one of America’s long-standing distilleries that survived Prohibition.

After distillation, the bourbon undergoes a traditional maturation period of roughly four years in new American oak barrels, allowing the spirit to develop its core caramel and vanilla character.

What sets this whiskey apart is its finishing process. The matured bourbon is finished with oak staves that previously held Irish whiskey, infusing the spirit with additional layers of fruitiness, floral nuance, and soft spice.

The concept reflects the Irish heritage of the fictional Shelby family and their transatlantic connections, blending stylistic elements from both whiskey traditions.

Key production details include:

• Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon finished with Irish whiskey oak staves

• Distillery: Green River Distilling Company, Kentucky

• Aging: Approximately 4 years before finishing

• ABV: 45% (90 proof)

The finishing process softens the bourbon’s spice while introducing subtle fruit and nutty complexity characteristic of Irish whiskey maturation.

Critics Reviews

Professional critics have begun reviewing the release as it enters the market.

• Breaking Bourbon notes that the Irish whiskey staves influence the whiskey in a subtle but noticeable way, introducing sweet, floral notes alongside traditional bourbon elements of honey, vanilla, oak, and spice.

Because the bourbon is a relatively recent release tied to a limited collaboration, widely published numeric critic scores are currently limited.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Aromatic notes of cherries and stone fruit layered with honey, citrus, and baking spice, with hints of vanilla and toasted oak.

Palate:
Smooth and balanced with toffee, clove, caramel sweetness, and bright fruit, gradually revealing nutty and floral undertones from the Irish oak finishing.

Finish:
Lingering and warming with marzipan, cinnamon spice, and gentle minerality, leaving a soft oak sweetness on the palate.

Quick Overview

Cocktail Recipes

Shelby Old Fashioned

• 2 oz Peaky Blinders Bourbon

• ¼ oz demerara syrup

• 2 dashes aromatic bitters

Stir with ice and serve over a large cube with an orange peel.

Birmingham Boulevardier

• 1½ oz Peaky Blinders Bourbon

• 1 oz bitter aperitivo

• 1 oz sweet vermouth

Stir with ice and strain into a coupe; garnish with an orange twist.