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Whiskey Review: Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection Brandy Finish

We review Woodford Reserve Master's Collection Brandy Finish, the latest Woodford Reserve limited edition bourbon that's this time been finished in former brandy barrels.

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  • Katelyn Best, whisky writer & enthusiast.
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Woodford Reserve Master's Collection Brandy Finish

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Nose:
Sweet vanilla, milk chocolate, and caramel open the nose, along with rich, sweet fruit like raisin, dried cranberry, and preserved black cherry. A substantial, sort of dry oak note lingers throughout, along with a touch of warm spice.
Palate:
There’s more fruit on the palate, but it’s more on the juicy red side—think ripe cherry and plum. Vanilla, honey, and caramel follow, along with nuts, then a nice spicy clove note on the finish. Still fairly oaky, especially on the finish, with a tannic, but not drying mouthfeel. Final Thoughts: In plenty of time for the holiday season, this is a warming, comforting whiskey that conjures images of cozy fireplaces and brightly-lit Christmas trees. With its mix of spice and sweet fruit, it also conjures images of a Manhattan, albeit an extravagant one, at $100 a bottle. Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection Brandy Finish is a little on the sweet side for everyday drinking, at least for my taste, but it’s a flavor profile that has a place—I can imagine it would be delicious alongside a fruit-based dessert, or maybe a creme caramel. Score: 88/100 [SHOP FOR A BOTTLE OF WOODFORD RESERVE MASTER’S COLLECTION BRANDY FINISH]
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Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Katelyn Best

Katelyn Best, a freelance writer based in Portland, Oregon, is a regular contributor to The Whiskey Wash. She has a particular passion for exploring the unique and unconventional aspects of the whisky world.

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