| Rating | 93 |
| Style |
Bourbon American Whiskey Whiskey |
| Produced In | United States |
| ABV | 59.75% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $150.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2026-02-18 |
Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection Batch Proof Review
If lower level Woodford Reserve often suffers from a lack of character, this higher octane offering is full of flavor, nuance, and complexity. A blend of barrels bottled at full strength straight from the barrel, the nose has an explosion of vanilla, with a palate of birthday cake, nougat, and a hint of cinnamon. The mouthfeel is full, with a spicy finish. A lovely dram.
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