Woodford Reserve Distiller’s Select Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey (700ml)

Woodford Reserve Distiller’s Select Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey (700ml)

Volume: 700ml          ABV: 45.2%          Age: No Age Statement        Country: America      Batch: 0001

Formerly known as the Old Oscar Pepper Distillery and before that the Labrot & Graham Distillery. The Woodford Reserve Distillery sits eight miles from Versailles in Kentucky in the United States of America. The distillery was originally founded in 1812 and has had its operations halted a number of times through its long history. Registered on the National Register of Historic Places, and is designated as a National Historic Landmark for its well-preserved distillery architecture and its role in the development of the bourbon industry. Today the distillery produces mainly bourbon and rye with the addition of some wheat whiskey. There are also many limited releases each year using specially distilled spirit.

At Woodford it’s all about the wood used in maturation and where the wood has been sourced. Northern oak, Appalachian oak and Ozark oak, which have very different growing styles and conditions are adopted by the Woodford Distillery. This gives Woodford its unique flavour and recognisable aromas. Unlike a typical 100% malt whiskey, Woodford Reserve is a Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey crafted from 51% malt and aged in new charred oak barrels, making it the malt whiskey for bourbon drinkers. The base of 51% malt results in a whiskey that is richly flavourful and complex and amplifies the nutty characteristics found in the original Woodford Reserve. Bottled at 45.2% abv or 92.4 proof

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Blonde caramel, milk chocolate, orchard fruits, toasted oak and mint.

Palate: Tropical fruit medley, dark chocolate truffles, toasted caramel and soft spices.

Finish: Toasted nuts and dark chocolate malt.