Woodford Reserve has launched a new limited edition, ‘Woodford Reserve Batch Proof.’ The expression debuts as a part of the Woodford Master’s Collection series, which celebrates Chris Morris and Distiller Elizabeth McCall’s contributions to the brand. The ‘Batch Proof’ whiskey is a blend of straight-from-the-barrel whiskeys bottled at their actual proof. The whiskey uses the same grain and process as Woodford’s other whiskey offering, the ‘Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon,’ but adds notes of vanilla and toasted oak for a premium drinking experience.
The limited edition whiskey is primarily sold in the U.S. and global markets at a price point of $129.99 USD for a 750ml bottle. The ‘Woodford Reserve Batch Proof’ debuts on the Woodford website on July 12.
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