The Origins of Woodford Reserve
The history of Woodford Reserve began in 1812, when Elijah Pepper founded the distillery in Versailles, Kentucky. The distillery, now known as the Woodford Reserve Distillery, has a rich history and is one of the oldest in the USA. The Woodford Reserve brand was officially launched in 1996 and has since made a name for itself with its high-quality bourbons.
The Philosophy Behind the Brand
Woodford Reserve pursues a philosophy of perfection and authenticity. The brand places great emphasis on the use of high-quality, natural ingredients and meticulous production. Every step, from the selection of the grains to ageing in specially crafted oak barrels, is carried out with the utmost care to ensure a product of the highest quality. Woodford Reserve is renowned for its smoothness, finesse and distinctive flavour, which makes every sip a special experience.
Product overview
Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon is the heart of the brand. With its rich, complex flavour and notes of caramel, vanilla, oak and fruit, it is perfect for enjoying neat or in premium cocktails. This bourbon is distilled from a carefully selected blend of maize, rye and barley and matured in handcrafted oak barrels.
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked is an exclusive premium variant that develops even deeper and richer flavours through a second maturation in heavily charred oak barrels. This version offers a particularly intense and multi-layered taste experience, ideal for special occasions. The notes of dark chocolate, roasted almonds and caramel make this bourbon an unforgettable treat.
Woodford Reserve Rye
Woodford Reserve Rye is a classic rye whisky renowned for its spicy and full-bodied flavours. With a high proportion of rye in the mash bill, this whisky offers notes of cinnamon, pepper, honey and dried fruit. The long ageing in oak barrels gives the rye its complexity and depth.
Production
Traditional methods and 100% natural ingredients
Woodford Reserve whisky is made from 100% natural ingredients grown in the finest growing regions of the USA. The crops are grown without the use of pesticides or artificial fertilisers to ensure the highest quality. Distillation takes place in traditional copper stills to preserve the flavours as much as possible. Maturation occurs in specially crafted oak casks, which give the bourbon its characteristic flavours.
Sustainable production
Woodford Reserve places great emphasis on sustainability. The distillery operates in an energy-efficient manner and uses renewable energy. Furthermore, no additives such as sugar or colourings are used to preserve the purity of the product. Woodford Reserve is actively committed to the conservation of natural resources and the promotion of biodiversity.
Strict quality controls
Woodford Reserve whisky is subject to strict quality controls to ensure that every bottle meets the highest standards. From the selection of the grains to the final bottling, every step is carefully monitored to guarantee consistently high quality. This care and dedication are reflected in every glass of Woodford Reserve.