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Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection Batch Proof 2022
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Distiller:
Woodford Reserve
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Bottler:
Woodford Reserve
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ABV:
59.2%
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Age:
NAS
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Price:
$$$$$
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Intro:
The 2022 release of Woodford Reserve's Master's Collection, this Batch Proof bottling is released at 59.2% ABV. A consistent favorite among fans of Woodford and beyond, let's see how this bottling compares to previous vintages. Let's dive in!
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Nose:
Rich and thick, layers of maple, clove, baking spices and brown sugar. Sweet, oaky and full of character.
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Taste:
Rich on the palate. A prickle of ethanol blends nicely with bold oak, sweet cream, fresh clover honey, a touch of root beer candies, cinnamon, vanilla bean and a notable cherry note on the back palate. Complex, full of flavor, possibly the most vibrant and full bodied Woodford Reserve in a long time.
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Finish:
Long finish. Driven first by oak, a fat pour of brown sugar, maple candies, clove and pepper blend nicely. Hangs long on the palate, it's complex yet easy to drink.
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Overall:
Overall, this is an easy pour to enjoy. That said, it's not simple or one noted. It's powerful, oaky, bold and rich. With almost 60% ABV comes a lot of character, yet it's not too hot or punishing. An oaky maple bomb with great undercurrents of baking spice, clove and a touch of root beer and cherry, this Master's Collection is masterful for sure.
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Score:
8
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Disclosure: The producer provided this sample to review free of charge, and without expectation of review or rating.
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