Woodford Reserve Chocolate Whisper Redux

Woodford Reserve Chocolate Whisper Redux

A little background

Woodford Reserve has announced the release of Chocolate Whisper Redux 139.4, a new limited-edition expression within its Distillery Series. This 12-year-old whiskey represents the brand’s highest-proof offering to date, bottled at 139.4 proof. Building upon the original 2021 Chocolate Whisper release, this redux expression has undergone additional aging, resulting in a deeper flavor profile. Chocolate Whisper Redux 139.4 will be available at the Woodford Reserve Distillery, online in select states, and at select Kentucky retailers, with a suggested retail price of $99.99.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Mahogany

Nose

Baking spice, malted milk balls,  town sugar, toasted marshmallow, oak, rich fudge, heath bar, and eucalyptus.

Palate

Cherry, raisins, espresso, Hershey’s syrup, finished leather, and dried oak.

Finish

Leather, Hershey’s syrup, cherry, chocolate malt, cinnamon, pecan sandies, baking spice, and oak.

In closing

Woodford Reserve Chocolate Whisper Redux 139.4 delivers a truly singular whiskey experience. The remarkably well-integrated high proof creates a unique, almost effervescent mouthfeel, setting it apart from typical high-proof offerings. While the proof may be daunting for some, its rich, layered flavors of chocolate, cherry, and spice remain vibrant even when proofed down. This expression boasts an exceptional mouthfeel and a long, satisfying finish, making it a memorable and distinctive addition to the Woodford Reserve Distillery Series. It is a bold, flavorful whiskey that pushes boundaries and offers a truly unique tasting experience.
 
NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of Woodford Reserve. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.

Woodford Reserve Chocolate Whisper Redux

Woodford Reserve Chocolate Whisper Redux
9.1

Nose

 9.0/10

Palate

 9.2/10

Finish

 9.2/10

Complexity

 9.1/10

Value

 8.9/10

The Good

  • Unique flavor profile
  • Alcohol is well integrated

The Bad

  • Availability
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