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Whiskey Review: Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked

We review Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked, an experimental Distillery Series whiskey that sees the inside of virgin oak barrels not once, not twice, but three times.

OVERALL RATING

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Tasting Notes

About:

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey aged in three different virgin oak barrels. Bottled at 45.2% abv with a mash bill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% barley. Retails for $50 in 375ml bottles only in Kentucky.
Appearance:
Amber in color like that of wildflower honey.
Nose:
This whiskey will hit you with an initial burst of clove. Once the whiskey settles in a bit, salted chocolate and dark red fruits emerge.
Palate:
Once again, clove. It really shines through in this whiskey. Dueling notes of banana and molasses give way to a finish that is dry before becoming buttery. Lingering hints of mocha are a nice reward at the end.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a fantastic bottle when taking all factors into account, despite being $50 for a 375ml bottle. The limited number of bottles, the unique experimentation, and the fact it is only available at the distillery or a handful of select stores makes it a worthy souvenir of any trip to the Bluegrass. This bourbon is a sipper if you like them on the spicy side of the spectrum, mellows out well with a couple drops of water.

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.

Forrest C. Price

Forrest is deeply involved in various aspects of the whiskey industry. He contributes his writing talents to The Whiskey Wash, shares his expertise through classes on diverse whiskey styles, and serves as the Brand Ambassador of the West Coast & Kentucky for Joseph Magnus Distillery. Prior to these endeavors, Forrest honed his skills as the Whiskey Advisor at Jack Rose Dining Saloon in Washington, DC, the largest whiskey bar in the Western Hemisphere. In this role, he expertly guided patrons through an impressive collection of over 2,700 whiskey expressions from around the world and meticulously managed the extensive inventory. Forrest hails from Louisville, KY, the heart of bourbon country.

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