Lawrenceburg Bourbon Co

In the heart of Kentucky bourbon country, Larrikin Bourbon Company brings an uncommon perspective to America's native spirit. Founded by Navy veteran Greg Keeley, who served in both U.S. and Royal Australian forces through combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, this Lawrenceburg distillery operates under what they call "The Larrikin Way." The approach reflects the Australian term "larrikin," describing someone who faces serious business with humor, grit, and a healthy disregard for nonsense.

History & Heritage

Greg Keeley established Larrikin Bourbon Company in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, drawing from his dual military service in the U.S. Navy and Royal Australian Navy. The veteran-owned operation extends beyond its founder, employing veterans from law enforcement, first responders, nursing, and military backgrounds. This military heritage instills a culture of discipline and exacting standards, with the company motto of "no shortcuts, no bullshit" governing their operations.

The Whiskey

Larrikin produces a diverse range of expressions including Small Batch Bourbon, Rosewater Single Barrel Rye, and Bottled in Bond American Light Whiskey. Their portfolio extends to specialty offerings like American Maple Cigar Lounge Bourbon Cream alongside traditional Single Barrel Bourbon releases. The distillery employs traditional production methods including small batch distillation, single barrel selections, and bottled in bond specifications that meet federal standards for age, proof, and production.

Why It Matters

Larrikin represents a unique intersection of Australian irreverence and Kentucky tradition, respecting bourbon's heritage without excessive reverence. Their veteran-owned approach brings military precision to whiskey making while maintaining the larrikin spirit of taking the work seriously but not themselves. The distillery's commitment to quality over marketing flash, combined with their diverse expression portfolio, earns them consideration among Kentucky's growing craft distillery movement.