LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Woodford Reserve
announces the release of its limited edition Master's Collection
which will hit stores in early November. The Double Malt Selections
– Straight Malt Whiskey and Classic Malt – are the first fully
matured whiskies crafted from malt in Kentucky since Prohibition.
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Uniquely triple distilled in Woodford Reserve's copper pot
stills, the Straight Malt Whiskey and Classic Malt are two separate
750ml bottles which are individually numbered and presented at 90.4
proof. This special bottle is inspired by the copper pot stills of
the Woodford Reserve Distillery. Available in major metro markets
throughout the United States and
select international locations, limited quantities are available at
a suggested retail price of $99.99
per bottle.
The inspiration for the Master's Collection is rooted in the
rich history and tradition of what is known today as The Woodford
Reserve Distillery. The mid-1800s Master Distiller James
Christopher Crow and distillery owner Oscar
Pepper brought new insight to the spirits industry by
studying the differences between aged-cask and new-cask maturation.
Prior to their work, there were no rules governing the charring of
casks or about the use and re-use of casks.
Additionally, whiskey is presented globally in a range of flavor
profiles typically described as either Old World or New World in
style. Old World whiskeys such as Scotch and Irish typically have a
grain-focused flavor profile and are matured in used barrels, while
New World expressions such as Bourbon and Tennessee whiskeys highlight the impact of new
cask maturation. With the Straight Malt Whiskey matured in new
barrels and Classic Malt matured in used barrels, the offerings
afford a rare opportunity for a side-by-side barrel style
comparison featuring Old World versus New World styles.
"The site of the Woodford Reserve Distillery has been the
setting for landmark discoveries and innovative practices since the
mid-1800s," said Master Distiller Chris Morris. "With the Straight
Malt and Classic Malt expressions of the Woodford Reserve Master's
Collection, we have furthered Pepper and Crow's unique processes by
crafting these extremely rare whiskeys."
The Double Malt Selections mark the eighth release in the
Woodford Reserve Master's Collection series following Four Grain,
Sonoma-Cutrer Finish, Sweet Mash, Seasoned Oak, Maple Wood Finish,
Rare Rye and Four Wood offerings. Released periodically at the
master distiller's discretion, the Master's Collection whiskeys are
extremely limited in quantity and bottled only once.
The Double Malt Selections will be sold throughout the United States with limited quantities
available in Canada, the
United Kingdom, Belgium, France, Sweden, Spain, Germany, New
Zealand, Australia and in
various Duty Free markets. For more information on Woodford
Reserve, visit www.woodfordreserve.com or visit Facebook at
www.facebook.com/woodfordreserve.
Tasting Notes for Woodford Reserve Straight Malt
Whiskey
(new barrel maturation)
Color: Orange brown.
Aroma: Soft malt-like cereal notes with a rich oak
character that dips into layers of caramel and vanilla.
Taste: A creamy balance of new cask sweetness and spice
with a rich pear and banana fruitiness. Rich, warm oak notes run
throughout.
Finish: Long, warming and vibrant.
Tasting Notes for Woodford Reserve Classic
Malt
(used barrel maturation)
Color: Light straw.
Aroma: Buttery shortbread with a delicate citrus and
vanilla character.
Taste: Hints of chocolate malt, honey, buttery shortbread
and a touch of lemon custard.
Finish: Long, warm and malty.
About Woodford Reserve
Woodford Reserve is crafted at
the historic Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky - the heart of
thoroughbred country. Woodford Reserve is a product of the
Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BF-B) , a producer and marketer of
fine quality beverage alcohol brands such as Jack Daniel's, Southern Comfort, Finlandia,
Korbel, Tequila Herradura,
Sonoma-Cutrer, Chambord, and Tuaca. Please enjoy your bourbon
responsibly.
Woodford Reserve Master's Collection, Kentucky Straight Malt
Whiskey and Whiskey Distilled from a Malt Mash, 45.2% Alc. by Vol.,
produced and bottled by the Woodford Reserve Distillery,
Versailles, KY ©2013
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