Bottled in 2022 but released in 2023.

The 2022 Woodford Reserve Distillery Series Double Double Oaked Straight Bourbon is a limited-edition expression known for its intensified oak character and rich, complex flavor profile resulting from an extended finishing process in a second set of new, heavily toasted, lightly charred oak barrels.

The 2022 release was initially a highly sought-after distillery-only product, available in February 2022 exclusively at the Woodford Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky, in 375ml bottles. It has since seen broader, though still limited, national releases in larger bottle sizes in subsequent years.

• Proof: 90.4 (45.2% ABV)
• Mash Bill: 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley
• Aging Process: Standard aged Woodford Reserve bourbon is finished for an additional two years in a second new, heavily toasted, lightly charred oak barrel, which is longer than the one year for the regular Double Oaked expression.

Tasting Notes

Reviewers and the manufacturer highlight an indulgent and oak-forward profile, a spicier character than the standard Double Oaked, and notes of dark sweets and fruits.

• Nose: A robust medley of rich maple syrup, dark butterscotch, brittle caramel, bittersweet chocolate, and toasted marshmallow notes, complemented by hints of spiced pear and espresso.
• Palate: Indulgent flavors of creamy vanilla, candied pecans, and baked apple unfold, balanced by a touch of oak spice. Reviewers note rich dried cherry and cranberry fruit, along with chai tea and warming clove.
• Finish: A warm and drying, luxurious finish, with lingering notes of sweet smoke, cocoa, and brown sugar. Some reviewers found the finish to be surprisingly short for the extended oak contact.

Size: 375ml

Proof: 90.4 (45.2% ABV)

Origin: Kentucky

Distillery: Woodford Reserve