Woodford Reserve is a classic small-batch Kentucky straight bourbon, and it is poured at Grappa in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood. Refined, balanced and dependable, it is the kind of bourbon that anchors a list — an elegant, easy choice for a glass before, during or after dinner along Boston Street.
About the Distillery
Woodford Reserve is made at the historic distillery in Versailles, Kentucky, on a site whose distilling roots reach back to 1797. Introduced in 1996, Woodford Reserve helped launch the modern era of premium small-batch bourbon. It is distinctive for being triple distilled in copper pot stills and for entering the barrel at a notably low proof, both of which shape its smooth, layered character. It is a benchmark Kentucky bourbon, and a natural fit for the Grappa list.
Style & Mash Bill
Woodford Reserve is built on a mash bill of 72 percent corn, 18 percent rye and 10 percent malted barley — a balanced recipe with enough rye to lend gentle spice without tipping into high-rye territory. Matured for at least six years and married in small batches, it is a bourbon defined by harmony rather than any single bold note.
Tasting Notes
Expect a rounded nose of dried fruit, vanilla and toasted oak, with hints of spice and cocoa. The palate is smooth and full, offering caramel, baking spice, dark fruit and a touch of mint and toffee. The finish is long and silky — a polished, well-mannered bourbon that rewards slow sipping.
What to Pair It With
Woodford’s balance makes it a versatile partner: pour it with our American Wagyu steaks, alongside Sicilian meatballs, or after dinner with our flourless chocolate cake. Browse the full dine-in menu to complete the meal.
How It’s Served at Grappa
Woodford Reserve is poured neat or on the rocks at $14.
FAQ
Where is it from?
It is made at the historic Woodford Reserve distillery in Versailles, Kentucky, on a site distilling whiskey since the late 1700s.
What does it taste like?
It offers dried fruit, vanilla and toasted oak on the nose, then caramel, baking spice and dark fruit on a smooth palate with a long, silky finish.
Is it a high-rye or wheated bourbon?
Neither. Its mash bill of 72 percent corn, 18 percent rye and 10 percent malted barley gives gentle spice and balance rather than high-rye intensity or a wheated profile.
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