{"product_id":"woodford-reserve-masters-collection-no-21-straight-bourbon-sweet-oak","title":"Woodford Reserve Master's Collection No. 21 Straight Kentucky Bourbon Sweet Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome whiskeys follow the rules, while others decide to rewrite them entirely. Woodford Reserve’s Master's Collection No. 21 dives headfirst into experimental territory by utilizing rare Chinkapin oak, an unconventional white oak species natively grown across eastern North America, to age its standard mashbill instead of traditional American white oak. This daring choice transforms the spirit. It absolutely crackles with deep, savory intrigue. By leaning into this tighter-grained wood, the distillery pulls out a darker, heavily spiced profile that drastically departs from their flagship pour. You aren't just tasting the distillate; you are witnessing the profound, undeniable impact of extraordinary cooperage on a historic recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatured exclusively in rare Chinkapin oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottled at a robust 110.4 proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the highly allocated Master's Collection series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at a commanding 110.4 proof, Sweet Oak requires your full attention. You'd assume such high alcohol content would blow out your palate, but the liquid handles the heat beautifully, balancing aggressive wood tannins with lush, heavy waves of vanilla pudding and spiced dark cherries. This allocated pour demands your respect. It feels distinctly heavier than standard Woodford, coating the glass with stubborn legs and delivering a remarkably oily texture that practically begs to be chewed. For seasoned enthusiasts craving a bold departure from predictable caramel bombs, this release represents a breathtaking detour down a rugged, wood-forward path.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Woodford Reserve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42248423833646,"sku":"851115009360","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0173\/0930\/files\/Square_a8cfcfff-376d-4956-bcdd-3450e7dae8c9.jpg?v=1775838367","url":"https:\/\/dewinespot.co\/products\/woodford-reserve-masters-collection-no-21-straight-bourbon-sweet-oak","provider":"De Wine Spot - Rare Spirits \u0026 Curated Wine Experts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}