Reviews & Tasting Notes - Woodford Reserve

The Woodford Reserve Double Oaked is a truly unique expression of Bourbon that showcases the centuries of expertise and innovation at the Woodford Reserve Distillery. 

As the oldest Bourbon distillery in Kentucky, Woodford has played a crucial role in the development of the Spirit as we know it today, and the team at Woodford continues to push the boundaries with innovative expressions like the Double Oaked. 

This Bourbon begins its journey in heavily charred oak barrels before being further matured for nine months in new barrels that have been deeply toasted and lightly charred. This additional maturation process adds a depth of soft, sweet oak character to the expression that is rich, complex, and thoroughly enjoyable.

While this Bourbon may be on the pricier side, its quality and originality make it well worth the investment for any Bourbon enthusiast. 

With its double gold award from the San Francisco Spirits Competition and a gold medal for best in class at the Whiskies of the World awards, the Woodford Reserve Double Oaked is a must-try for any Whiskey lover.

It can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails.

To serve it neat, simply pour a 1.5 oz shot of Woodford Reserve Double Oaked into a snifter or other small glass. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to open up, then give it a gentle swirl to release the aromas before sipping.

To serve it on the rocks, fill a rocks glass with ice and pour 1.5 oz of Woodford Reserve Double Oaked over the ice. You can also add a splash of water to help open up the flavors.

To make cocktails with Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, there are many different options to choose from. To make it easier for you, here is a recipe for a Kentucky Mule made with Woodford Reserve Double Oaked:

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Woodford Reserve Double Oaked bourbon
• 4 oz ginger beer
• 1 oz lime juice
• Lime wedge for garnish

Instructions:

• Fill a Moscow Mule mug with ice.
• Pour the bourbon, lime juice, and ginger beer over the ice.
• Stir to combine.
• Garnish with a lime wedge.

Optional: For an extra kick, you can also shave some freshly peeled ginger root on top of the cocktail before serving. Enjoy!