Woodford Reserve Master's Collection No.17 Five Malt Stout Mash Kentucky Malt Whiskey

In the 1830’s our Woodford County distillery was the setting for a series of discoveries and innovative practices that today define the bourbon industry. For this 2021 Master’s Collection release Master Distiller Chris Morris and Assistant Master Distiller, Elizabeth McCall have drawn upon that rich history and their own interests for inspiration.

 In Kentucky, a fermented grain mash is traditionally called “distiller’s beer”. Distillation converts this “beer” into a spirit that will become a “Whiskey” once barreled.

This Master’s Collection is a take on crafting a spirit that exhibits the flavors of a classic beer style, in this case, a rich, roasted malty stout.

The Woodford Reserve distillery building was constructed by Irish stonemasons in 1838. That, plus the fact that they distill in the “Irish” style with triple pot stills inspired them to mash and distill an Irish-style stout beer.

The result is the Fall 2021 Master’s Collection release named Five-Malt Stouted Mash, a rich and darkly robust expression of Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey.

NOSE: Dusky notes of roasted malt, toasted nuts all sweetened with hints of milk chocolate and brightened with a touch of orange zest, spearmint, and warm baking spices. Oak, cherry cobbler, and shortbread round out the malt and barrel influence.
TASTE: Malty with toasted hazelnut and cocoa highlights atop a layer of baked fruit, crisp spice and zest bounce about the depths.
FINISH: Malt and cocoa notes linger on.