Woodford Reserve Masters Collection Series 14 – Select American Oak
90.4 proof
9 years
Bourbon
Woodford Reserve
$132–$134
72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley
Nose
Sweet traditional bourbon nose with brown sugar, vanilla, and caramel; darker fruit notes of plums and cherries; oak influence; some peanut butter character.
Palate
Solid oak presence with a hugging sensation; baking chocolate with some bitterness; drying on the backend; spice-forward with minimal sweetness.
Finish
Drying and oak-dominant; long finish with continued spice and chocolate notes.
Overall Score
3.4 / 5
A well-balanced nine-year expression featuring strong oak influence and traditional Woodford character, though slightly watered down at 90.4 proof.
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Perfection
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