There is a lot to like about 2022 Woodford Reserve Batch Proof on paper. At 59.2% ABV, let us see if it lives up to expectations.
Palate
A buttery mouthfeel that tingles the lips and tongue, and the alcohol is wonderfully matured. Its clean across the mouth without being oily or watery. There are flavors of Bing cherries, leather books, vanilla, all rolled together in molasses sugar. Baking spice returns with wood char, black tea, and currant. The finish is a delight; the whiskey is smooth and even as it goes down, warming the chest without burning. Exhaling revitalizes the flavors that remain on the tongue and entices you with more subtle expressions of the flavors you experienced.
Finish
I could drink this all night; you just relax into this. The flavors are excellent, the alcohol doesnt overwhelm while still being a vehicle for the complex flavors. I dont know how old this is, and I honestly dont care. This is a lot of fun and there is so much here to enjoy.
The Bottom Line
2022 Woodford Reserve Batch Proof is outstanding — one of those bottles that reminds you why you fell in love with whiskey in the first place. If you see it, do not hesitate. This one earns a permanent spot on the shelf.
