Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey

$89.00
(5.0)
Overview
Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, 700ml

Woodford Reserve Rye explores the spicier side of Woodford. Made with 53% rye, alongside corn and malted barley, it offers pepper and spice while retaining the smooth, approachable Woodford style. Black pepper, clove and cedar are balanced by honey, molasses and apple. Its gentler character compared with high-rye styles makes it an accessible introduction to rye whiskey and a versatile choice for cocktails.

Product Details

Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is a Kentucky rye made from 53% rye, 33% corn and 14% malted barley. Matured in new charred American oak and bottled at 45.2% ABV, this 700ml release balances pepper, clove and cedar with honey, molasses and spiced apple. Enjoy it neat or in a Manhattan or Old Fashioned.

Attribute Detail
Brand Woodford Reserve
Producer Woodford Reserve Distillery (Brown-Forman)
Country and region USA, Kentucky
Style Kentucky straight rye whiskey
Mash bill 53% rye, 33% corn, 14% malted barley
Age statement No age statement
ABV 45.2%
Cask type New charred American oak
Bottle size 700ml
Release type Permanent range release
Tasting Notes

Nose: Spicy rye, black pepper and cedar, with toasted almond and fruit.

Palate: Clove, peppery rye and mint, with molasses, honey and spiced apple.

Finish: Long and sweetly spiced, with oak and butterscotch.

What sets this bottle apart
  • A 53% rye mash bill delivers spice without overwhelming the balance.
  • An approachable alternative to higher-rye styles.
  • Smooth enough to sip, with sufficient spice to hold its character in cocktails.
  • Gold Medal at the 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
  • Produced at one of Kentucky's oldest distillery sites.
Distillery Information

Woodford Reserve is made near Versailles in Kentucky, on a site where whiskey production dates back to 1812. Owned by Brown-Forman, it combines whiskey from its own copper pot stills with column-still whiskey from Brown-Forman. Woodford Reserve Rye launched in 2015 as the third core expression in the range, following Distiller's Select bourbon and Double Oaked.

Awards & Recognition

  • 2020: Gold Medal, San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
  • 2018: First Place, International Whisky Competition.
  • 2018: Excellent, Highly Recommended, Ultimate Spirits Challenge.
  • 2018: Gold Medal, Class Bartender Awards.
  • 2017: Gold Medal, American Whiskey Masters.
  • First Place, Best American Rye Whiskey, International Whisky Competition.
  • 2016: Best in Class, Gold Medal, Whiskies of the World Awards.
  • 2016: Gold Medal, San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
  • 2015: Excellent, Highly Recommended, Ultimate Spirits Challenge.

Who this bottle is for
  • Bourbon drinkers looking to explore rye whiskey.
  • Woodford Reserve enthusiasts seeking more spice.
  • Home bartenders seeking a reliable rye for Manhattans and Old Fashioneds.
  • Drinkers who enjoy peppery notes in their whiskey.
How to enjoy

  • Enjoy neat to explore the spice and honey notes.
  • Serve over a large ice cube to soften the peppery character.
  • Use in a Manhattan or Old Fashioned to showcase its balance of spice and sweetness.
  • Keep the serve simple and enjoy it your way.

Why we curate it

Woodford Reserve Rye offers an accessible introduction to rye whiskey. It delivers distinctive spice while retaining the smooth, balanced character of the Woodford range. Enjoyable neat and particularly versatile in cocktails, it is a reliable addition to a home whiskey collection.