WR introduces new "Double Oaked"

[StraightNoChaser]

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Woodford Reserve® announces that it will introduce its first permanent line extension with Woodford Reserve Double Oaked.

http://www.marketwatch.com/story/woodford-reserve-introduces-first-permanent-line-extension-in-15-year-history-2012-01-18

Cliffs: WRDO is WR finished in a new barrel with a heavy toast and light char

[cowdery]

We had a preview taste of this when I was there in October. It was after lots of other tasting, but it was good. It reminded me a little of the seasoned oak masters collection bourbon.

[StraightNoChaser]

That's funny. I just drank 1/4 bottle of the Seasoned Oak on Monday and I thought it was trash. I just can't get over those &(%^!$ banana flavors

Why did I drink a 1/4 bottle of something I thought was trash? Because the next best option was Finlandia Grapefruit vodka

[camduncan]

I'm a big fan of the Seasoned Oak, so here's hoping this one makes it Downunder :skep:

[keith18]

I am underwhelmed, as I had the doubled oaked Pritchards recently and didn't like it much.

I get that the barrel process is different in this case, but I guess I was hoping for something a little bit different from Woodford. It just doesn't strike me as all that creative. But then again, what do I know?

[silverfish]

The WRDO was mentioned in a Dec. 25, 2011 NY Times article:

For Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, he said, “we take a batch

of mature Woodford Reserve, reduce the proof to 110 proof and

rebarrel in a second brand-new barrel.†The barrels are stored in

the Versailles, Ky., warehouse for a year, batched together and

bottled.

He held up a sample and pointed to the rich dark color. “Now you get

honey, butterscotch notes,†Mr. Morris said, sampling it. “Woodford

has nice citrus notes, the balance of many flavors. This is going to be

out of balance on purpose. At 90.4 proof, it will be even smoother,

softer than Woodford. Woodford is known for being smooth.â€

[Josh]

I for one liked the Seasoned Oak.

At any rate, I'm looking forward to trying the double oaked. It was on the most recent Michigan supplemental list so it should be hitting the stores by summer.

[RegChumpington]

I for one liked the Seasoned Oak.

At any rate, I'm looking forward to trying the double oaked. It was on the most recent Michigan supplemental list so it should be hitting the stores by summer.

[camduncan]

It doesn't sound like it will be in international markets anytime soon, so hopefully I'll come across some in Hawaii when I vacation there in May.

[Gillman]

One thing I'd lke to try, is regular WR aged longer, say another two years.

Gary

[Restaurant man]

That's funny. I just drank 1/4 bottle of the Seasoned Oak on Monday and I thought it was trash. I just can't get over those &(%^!$ banana flavors

Why did I drink a 1/4 bottle of something I thought was trash? Because the next best option was Finlandia Grapefruit vodka

You should have vatted them 1:1 ratio. Its magic!

[SmoothAmbler]

One thing I'd lke to try, is regular WR aged longer, say another two years.

Gary

How long is the standard WR aged?

[Gillman]

I'm not sure but I believe about five years.

Gary

[PyroMedic]

looking forward to this but I'm a WR fan.

[silverfish]

sidetrack - I didn't see a post in "New To SB" forum so

lemme welcome PyroMedic to the group. Always nice

to have another member help carry the "You guys got

enough snow up there?!" load.

Have another pour and fire up the snow-blower!

[BigRich]

There's supposed to be a bottle of this on the way from BF. I'll let you guys know what I think.

[jcg9779]

There's supposed to be a bottle of this on the way from BF. I'll let you guys know what I think.

So the next GBS meeting is at your house then? Jimmy will bring the fireworks!

[smokinjoe]

So the next GBS meeting is at your house then? Jimmy will bring the fireworks!

Great! I'll bring George The Mascot...

[BigRich]

I'll start preparing my wife on what to expect!

[Josh]

I'll start preparing my wife on what to expect!

Is that code?

:fish2: :fish2: :fish2: :fish2: :fish2:

[Bourbon Boiler]

One thing I'd lke to try, is regular WR aged longer, say another two years.

Gary

And at barrel proof.

[Clavius]

Not a big fan of WR. But I'll definitely give this a try when it comes out here in Lexington.

[smgrey24]

Double Oaked has finally made it to Georgia! Woo hoo !:woohoo: Had my first pour of this nectar of the Gods last night. OMG! Velvety smooth with more character and complexity than the original. The oak was present but not in an aggressive,“in your face†way. More toasted than charred. An unexpected bite and finish –with each swallow taunting your taste buds with “who’s your daddy now� Well worth the $54. A keeper! Any one else had a chance to sample? Am posting a pic of my new bunker addition along side 2 of my other passions (watches & pens). :grin:

[Kyjd75]

Bought a bottle of WRDO yesterday in Bardstown. I just tried it. My initial impression is not good. I am not a WR fan, however, so this may be a carryover of that dislike. I will give it a fair shot and then make my final opinion. Lots of oak is present for sure. For $45, kind of disappointed.

[Clavius]

Double Oaked has finally made it to Georgia! Woo hoo !:woohoo: Had my first pour of this nectar of the Gods last night. OMG! Velvety smooth with more character and complexity than the original. The oak was present but not in an aggressive,“in your face†way. More toasted than charred. An unexpected bite and finish –with each swallow taunting your taste buds with “who’s your daddy now� Well worth the $54. A keeper! Any one else had a chance to sample? Am posting a pic of my new bunker addition along side 2 of my other passions (watches & pens). :grin: