Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection No. 08 Straight Malt

Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection No. 08 Straight MaltBack in 2013, Woodford Reserve just did something fascinating, on the verge of awesome. For that years Masters Collection release, they introduced TWO malt whiskeys one aged in charred new oak (as is typical of bourbon), one in used (as is typical of Scotch). Thats right; these are malt whiskeys, which is highly unusual in the US and unheard of in Kentucky. AND they offer the chance to experience the difference that used vs. new barrels have on that

Now produced in Brooklyn

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nextSectionThis Pinot Noir has a dark color

peat-y whiskey with a surprisingly clean finish

and will pair well with not only Japanese dishes but Western style meat dishes

nextSectionThis blend has a pale light-green color and a floral nose redolent of apples

while the rich velvety palate follows with caramel and spice

Finish: Balanced and warm

with firm bubbles and a dry finish

contains refreshingly low added sulfur and what’s more