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Whiskey Review: Woodford Reserve Toasted Oak Oat Grain

We review Woodford Reserve Toasted Oak Oat Grain. It's part of the brand's annual Distillery Series.

OVERALL RATING

10
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Tasting Notes

About:

90.4 proof (45.2% ABV), mash bill: 66% corn, 18% oats, 12% malted barley, and 4% rye. Bottled in Versailles, Kentucky, 750 ml bottle MSRP $642.00.
Appearance:
Auburn.
Nose:
Smoky and delicately aromatic with a low burn on the nose. Caramel and zesty citrus peel come through, with notes of honeysuckle and a touch of rosemary.
Palate:
A slightly malty toasted cinnamon flavor is rounded out nicely with dried citrus fruit, smoky pine, and grassy notes.
Finish:
Comments:
Enticingly herbaceous with lush earthiness and a clean woodiness. Highly complex with notes of warm cinnamon, toasted oats, and citrus peel zestiness, all perfectly balanced with a long and satisfying finish. Overall, smooth, decadent, and absolutely delicious for sipping neat.

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.

Jennifer Williams

Jennifer Williams honed her appreciation for patrons with a discerning taste for fine whiskey during her 15-year tenure as a bartender in Dallas, Texas. Since relocating to Portland, Oregon in 2019, she graduated from Portland State University with a major in English Literature and a minor in Writing. During her final term at PSU, Jennifer served as the Arts & Culture editor for the university's monthly magazine, The Pacific Sentinel. A voracious reader, outdoor runner, and aspiring photographer, Jennifer also harbors a deep love for classic jazz. She always welcomes the opportunity to share a whiskey and engaging conversation with both her cherished friends from Texas and the many new companions she's made since settling in Oregon.

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