
The historic bourbon of the Kentucky Derby
This collectible release celebrates the historic partnership between Woodford Reserve and the Kentucky Derby. It delivers a rich, rounded palate of vanilla, dried fruit, and toasted oak with a remarkably smooth finish.
Pecan pie or dry-rubbed smoked brisket
Dark chocolate-covered cherries and roasted pecans
Aged Gouda or sharp blue cheese
Kentucky, USA
Rocks glass
Room temperature (64-70F)
Woodford Reserve was introduced in 1996 by Brown-Forman, reviving the historic Labrot & Graham distillery site dating back to 1838. As the presenting sponsor of the Kentucky Derby, the brand releases a highly anticipated, limited-edition bottle annually featuring artwork that captures the spirit of the Run for the Roses.
Woodford Reserve is crafted at the historic Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky, which is situated on one of the state's oldest distilling sites. The process highlights five key sources of flavor: mineral-rich limestone water, a unique grain recipe, long fermentation, triple pot distillation, and custom-toasted barrels.