Woodford Reserve tells BourbonBlog.com they have released a new limited-edition bottle as part of its Distillery Series: a Rye and BOurbon whiskey finished in Tawn Port barrels called Tawny Port Finish
Tawny Port Finish is 90.4 proof and is part of Woodford Reserve’s Distillery Series, which was created to push Woodford Reserve’s creative boundaries and introduce new expressions to the market.
To craft this new expression, Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall combines a rye and bourbon blend with bourbon finished in Tawny Port barrels, which accentuates the fruit character in the whiskey. This is then balanced by additional bourbon to create a whiskey that is decadent and complex.
“This expression highlights our ability to artfully blend rye and bourbon whiskey, as well our approach to barrel experimentation,” said McCall. “The Tawny Port barrels impart delicate notes of wood and concentrated fruit, which combined with the charred oak barrels, allow us to create a rich, layered whiskey.”
The Tawny Port Finish is the third known release in Woodford Reserve’s Distillery Series to feature a blend of rye and bourbon whiskeys. The first was the Blended Rye Whiskey in 2017, followed by the Toasted Oak Four Grain in 2023.
Where to Purchase
This limited-edition collection has an MSRP of $64.99 for a 375ml bottle and is available in limited quantities at select Kentucky retailers and at Woodford Reserve Distillery starting on May 20th. It is also available for shipping (to KY, NH, ND, NE and Washington D.C only) in the brand’s online store as shop.woodfordreserve.com.
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