Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey
Malt Whiskey

Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey

Woodford Reserve750 ml45.2% ABV

A historic Kentucky malt with rich chocolate and fruit notes

Crafted from a grain bill of fifty-one percent malt, this straight malt whiskey delivers a rich, fruit-forward complexity. It showcases a beautiful balance of toasted oak, rich chocolate, and sweet cereal notes that appeal to both bourbon and single malt enthusiasts.

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Best enjoyed

Room temperature64-70F
Rocks glass
Gifting
Quiet Evening
Connoisseur Tasting
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Food pairings

Traditional
Slow-smoked beef brisket or glazed pork belly
Vegetarian
Roasted pecan and wild mushroom tart
Cheese
Aged Gouda or extra sharp cheddar
Also good withPecans

A cocktail to make with it

Malt Old Fashioned

  • 2 oz Woodford Reserve Straight Malt
  • 0.25 oz Demerara syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Orange peel for garnish

In a mixing glass, combine the whiskey, syrup, and bitters with ice. Stir until chilled, then strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange peel.

Serve in a rocks glass

The story behind it

The maker

Woodford Reserve was introduced in 1996 by the Brown-Forman Corporation, showcasing the rich distilling heritage of the historic Labrot & Graham Distillery site. Under the guidance of legendary Master Distiller Chris Morris and Master Blender Elizabeth McCall, the brand has become a global standard for premium Kentucky whiskey.

How it is made

This expression is crafted at the historic Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky, which emphasizes traditional production methods. The whiskey relies on a high-malt mash bill that is distilled in copper pot stills and aged in new charred oak barrels.

From Kentucky, USA