Woodford Reserve Liquor Barn Single Double Oaked Bourbon Barrel Proof 750ML

Woodford Reserve Liquor Barn Single Double Oaked Bourbon Barrel Proof 750ML is a cask-strength, single-barrel Kentucky bourbon bottled at barrel proof in a 750ml bottle. This private barrel selection undergoes Woodford Reserve's acclaimed double-oaking process and ships without dilution or chill filtration, delivering a full-intensity version of the Double Oaked expression—a line that earned a Double Gold Medal at the 2013 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Quick Facts: ABV: Barrel Proof (varies by barrel)  |  Origin: Woodford County, Kentucky  |  NAS Single Barrel  |  Distillery: Woodford Reserve (Brown-Forman)

Production & Heritage

The Woodford Reserve Distillery sits in Woodford County, Kentucky, on a property designated a National Historic Landmark in 2000. Owned by Brown-Forman, the distillery works from a mashbill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley, using a distinctive blend of copper pot still and column still distillates. The pot still component is triple-distilled through three large copper pot stills imported from Scotland, while the column still distillate is double-distilled at Brown-Forman's facility in Shively, Kentucky.

What separates the Double Oaked from the rest of the Woodford lineup is its secondary maturation. After initial aging in new charred oak barrels—toasted for 10 minutes with a 25-second char—the bourbon is transferred into a second set of oak barrels that have been toasted for 40 minutes with only a 5-second char. That longer, gentler toast on the second barrel draws out deeper caramel and chocolate tones while adding structural complexity. As a barrel-proof, single-barrel private selection, each bottle captures the individual character of its specific cask with no water added.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Toasted oak and vanilla arrive first, followed by waves of dark brown sugar and baking spice. The nose is rich and enveloping, telegraphing the intensity of what follows.

Taste: Full-bodied on entry, with layered caramel and cocoa dominating the mid-palate. Pronounced oak richness builds steadily as barrel-proof heat carries dark toffee and warming cinnamon-clove spice across the tongue. The higher proof amplifies every note without masking nuance.

Finish: Long, warming, and deeply oak-forward, with lingering baking spice and a subtle char bitterness that balances residual sweetness. The cask-strength intensity extends the finish well beyond what the standard-proof Double Oaked delivers.

How to Drink Double Oaked Barrel Proof

Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the barrel-proof intensity; a single large ice cube also works well, gradually softening the heat and revealing additional sweetness. In an Old Fashioned, the amplified oak and caramel stand up boldly to bitters and sweetener. A Boulevardier benefits from the barrel-proof backbone cutting cleanly through Campari's bitterness. And in a Manhattan, the rich cocoa and spice notes pair naturally with sweet vermouth.

Best For

• Gifting a bourbon enthusiast who gravitates toward barrel-proof intensity
• Adding a single-barrel private selection to a home whiskey collection
• Side-by-side tasting against the standard 90.4-proof Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
• Anchoring a focused bourbon tasting session with friends

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Double Oaked Barrel Proof taste like? It delivers a rich, full-bodied profile dominated by caramel, cocoa, and pronounced toasted oak, with warming baking spice carried by barrel-proof intensity. The double-oaking amplifies vanilla and dark toffee beyond what the standard-proof expression offers.

How does Double Oaked Barrel Proof compare to standard Woodford Reserve Double Oaked? The standard Double Oaked is bottled at 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV), while this barrel-proof selection is significantly higher in alcohol, resulting in more concentrated oak, caramel, and spice flavors. Its single-barrel nature also means each bottle carries unique characteristics not found in the batched standard release.

Is Double Oaked Barrel Proof good for sipping neat? Barrel-proof bourbons reward patient sipping, and a few drops of water can unlock the full range of flavors without diminishing intensity. Experienced bourbon drinkers will find the layered complexity well-suited to neat consumption.

Where is Double Oaked Barrel Proof made? It is produced at the Woodford Reserve Distillery in Woodford County, Kentucky, a facility designated a National Historic Landmark in 2000 and owned by Brown-Forman.

What foods pair well with Double Oaked Barrel Proof? Dark chocolate truffles complement the cocoa and oak notes; smoked brisket matches the bourbon's intensity and char character; pecan pie mirrors its caramel sweetness; aged cheddar provides a savory counterpoint; and crème brûlée echoes the vanilla and toasted sugar flavors.

What sizes does Double Oaked Barrel Proof come in? This private barrel selection is available in the standard 750ml bottle size.

Is Double Oaked Barrel Proof worth the price? It positions as a premium single-barrel offering within the Woodford Reserve lineup, commanding a higher price than the standard Double Oaked due to its barrel-proof strength and single-barrel exclusivity. For bourbon collectors who value cask-strength character and individual barrel variation, it represents strong value within the barrel-proof bourbon category.

Why Double Oaked Barrel Proof?

Few major Kentucky distilleries employ a secondary maturation in a separately prepared oak barrel, and fewer still release that process at cask strength from a single cask. The 40-minute toast on the second barrel—more than three times longer than the first—creates a flavor profile rich in dark sugar and chocolate that barrel-proof strength amplifies rather than distorts. Each bottle is a snapshot of one individual barrel's contribution, unreduced and unblended. For drinkers who already appreciate the standard Double Oaked, this selection reveals the full architecture of the liquid before proofing and batching smooth it down.