There is a lot to like about Woodford Reserve Honey Barrel Finish on paper — Series – Honey Barrel Finish Vital Stats: Blend of Woodford Reserve Bourbon finished in honey barrels and Woodford Reser has been doing interesting work. At 45.2% ABV (90 and $60. Appearance: Fresh color of raw honeycomb, let us see if it lives up to expectations.
Nose
Bold and complex, the nose on the Honey Barrel Finish is gorgeous. The obvious sweet of honey wafts at first sniff, quickly joined by apricot and raisin, some juniper and pine with a bit of acidity, perhaps lemon or orange peel. and taste. While Woodford Reserve is known for its classic bourbon, this Honey Barrel Finish is an incredibly successful venture into the advantages and benefits of working with local businesses and the hard work of the hive of honeybees. Woodford Reserve Honey Barrel Finish (image via Woodford Reserve) Tasting Notes: Woodford Reserve Distillery Series – Honey Barrel Finish Vital Stats: Blend of Woodford Reserve Bourbon finished in honey barrels and Woodford Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey. 45.2% ABV (90.4 Proof). SRP $60. Appearance: Fresh color of raw honeycomb. Nose: Bold and complex, the nose on the Honey Barrel Finish is gorgeous. The obvious sweet of honey wafts at first sniff, quickly joined by apricot and raisin, some juniper and pine with a bit of acidity, perhaps lemon or orange peel. Palate: Though the nose is wonderful, the taste is decadent. Sucanat and honey supply the sweetness, with a rich smoky balance, bitterness of rhubarb and berry, with a nuttiness – I placed pine nut – mid palate. The finish is slightly funky, like the funk of a mild gorgonzola.
Finish
It’s not a secret that I love Woodford Reserve Distillery. And it’s with that knowledge that readers should understand that I’ll be all the more discerning when it comes to new and different expressions. I’m just thrilled that the Honey Barrel Finish is so satisfying and delicious. Though they can’t label it bourbon due to a technicality, this is a fantastic whiskey and Master Distiller Morris should be proud of the fact that his bold ideas have paid off so well.
The Bottom Line
Woodford Reserve Honey Barrel Finish is outstanding — one of those bottles that reminds you why you fell in love with whiskey in the first place. If you see it at $60. Appearance: Fresh color of raw honeycomb, do not hesitate. This one earns a permanent spot on the shelf.
