Woodford ReserveWheat Whiskey Bottled in Bond Limited Edition “Distillery Series” Release
The latestWoodford ReserveWheat Whiskey Bottled in Bond 2023 “Distillery Series” release is officially set to drop at 9:00 AM EDT, Tuesday, June 13, 2023! Like most Distillery Series releases, this will only be available at the Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky. Get all of the details below on this Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey!
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This highly anticipated drop is featured on our bourbon release calendar, so stay tuned to that for all of the upcoming releases. We review everything bourbon lovers need to know from price to proof. What exactly is the “Distillery Series” though you may ask?
The Distillery Series started in 2015, featuring experimental releases available only at the Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky. Some of those releases include Honey Barrel Finished, Toasted Oat Oak Grain, Double Double Oaked, and many more!
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Review & Tasting Notes
Woodford ReserveWheat Whiskey Bottled in Bond Distillery Series release is essentially theirWheat Whiskey product, with a Bottled in Bond twist. Inspired by classic recipes and infused with the iconic Woodford Reserve Bourbon essence, this superb whiskey stands out with its wheat-dominant blend of 52%, complemented by malt (20%), corn (20%), and rye (8%). Experience an explosion of fruit and floral notes with every sip of this one-of-a-kind creation.
Get ready to savor the warm and toasted flavors of whole wheat toast with a unique twist of fruitiness. Indulge in the delicate taste of apple butter and dried berry compote, layered over a crisp wheat cracker base. The long and flavorful finish is laced with the rich essence of dried berry fruit. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind bourbon experience!
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“One of the best parts of my job is being able to work with Chris Morris to experiment with new ways of making Woodford Reserve,” Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall said in a news release. “Bottled in Bond whiskey has a long history in Kentucky and it has been exciting for Woodford Reserve to create this wheat whiskey within the Bottled in Bond requirements.”
– Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall
Color
Whole wheat toast
Nose
Aroma: Toasted whole wheat bread smothered in apple butter
Palate
Taste: Delicate apple butter and dried berry compote fruitiness atop a wheat cracker
Finish
Long with dried berry fruit
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Release Date & Availability
TheWoodford Reserve Wheat Whiskey Bottled in Bond 2023 “Distillery Series” release officially dropsat 9:00 AM EDT, Tuesday, June 13, 2023. It will only be available at the Woodford Reserve Distillery, located at 7785 McCracken Pike, Versailles, KY 40383.
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Proof & ABV
This Wheat Whiskey Bottled in Bond release is bottled at 100 proof, so slightly higher than most Woodford products at 90.4 proof. The100-proofing is the equivalent of 50% ABV.
Mash Bill
The mash bill for this Woodford ReserveWheat Whiskey Bottled in Bond release is 52% wheat, malt (20%), corn (20%), and rye (8%). This shares the same mashbill as Woodford Reserve Wheat Whiskey.
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MSRP & Secondary Price
This 2023 Limited Edition release is only available in a 375ml bottle which resembles a similar flask-like looking bottle the distillery uses for the most of its releases, but in smaller form.WoodfordWheat Whiskey Bottled in Bond has an MSRP of $60. Being as it is a limited edition offering with limited allocation, the secondary market price will surely have you paying well over that. If you are not within driving distance of the distillery however, that may be your only remaining option.
Suggested retail pricing is officially set for $60, so make a quick trip to the distillery so you can bypass the dreaded bourbon flippers!
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