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Woodford Reserve Barrel Proof Strength Rye
125.1 proof NAS Rye Woodford Reserve Versailles, KY $129.99 53% rye, approximately 40% corn, 7% malted barley
Nose

Gentle cereal grain and corn sweetness that belie the high proof; minimal ethanol burn; subtle clove, pepper, and mint; does not scream rye despite the high rye content.

Palate

Graininess from rye character rather than corn; cereal-forward with baking spice, leather, clove, and corn sweetness; viscous texture; traditional Kentucky rye profile.

Finish

Lingering spice and oak with a dry cereal character that extends nicely.

Pleasant
Woodford Reserve's first barrel-proof rye offering is a traditionally-styled Kentucky rye that demonstrates restraint on the nose while delivering genuine rye grain character and balanced spice on the palate.
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