A Little Background

Established in 2020, the World Whiskey Society (WWS) curates an exclusive assortment of rare, previously inaccessible expressions for the most discerning whiskey enthusiasts. Their relentless pursuit of uniqueness leads us to select distillery partners worldwide to join WWS. They also explore fresh possibilities, like finishing small-batch American bourbon in exotic Japanese oak barrels. According to the brand, innovation, and experimentation drive them to craft the world’s most captivating whiskies, inviting you to savor drams from our extraordinary collection.

Mashbill: 51% Corn, 45% Wheat, 4% Barley
Distillery Location: Oklahoma
Age: 10 Yr
Proof / ABV: 102 Proof / 51% ABV
Retail Price: $165

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Gold

Nose

Juicy fruit gum, Japanese green tea, raisins, burnt brown sugar, hazelnut and Madeira wine.

Palate

Plums, peaches, brown sugar, caramel, hazelnut, boiled nuts, and bitter chocolate.

Finish

White pepper, baking spice, brown sugar, dark chattier, and more Madeira wine notes.

In closing

Simply put, wow! World Whiskey Society 10-Year-Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Port Cask is a unique wheated Bourbon that packs in some incredible flavor. The nose leads you in with big dark fruit flavors before an explosive palate and a great finish. The mouthfeel was a bit “thin”, but the great flavors easily made up for that. WWS 10-Year-Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Port Cask is a sweet whiskey that packs in some incredible flavor. At $165, the cost of entry is high. However, it’s very unique Bourbon and one that’ll be appreciated by both whiskey enthusiasts and novices alike.

NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of World Whiskey Society. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.