Woodford Reserve Derby 152 Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Limited Release
Woodford Reserve Derby 152 Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Limited Release
Celebrate the spirit, tradition, and artistry of America’s most iconic horse race with the Woodford Reserve Kentucky Derby 152 Edition – Limited Release. This annual commemorative bottling pairs Woodford Reserve’s celebrated Distiller’s Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon with vibrant, race-day inspired artwork that captures the pageantry of the Derby—from thundering hooves and roses to the color and energy of Churchill Downs.
Crafted at the Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky, this bourbon is produced from a traditional mash of corn, rye, and malted barley, distilled using a combination of copper pot stills and column stills, then matured in new charred American oak barrels. Bottled at 45.2% ABV, the 152nd Derby Edition delivers the brand’s signature balance of richness, depth, and smooth approachability. Coveted for both its collectible presentation and classic bourbon character, this limited release is a must-have for Derby fans, collectors, and bourbon enthusiasts alike.
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
Few bottles announce an occasion quite like this one. Each year Woodford Reserve wraps its Distiller's Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon in commemorative race-day artwork, and the 152nd edition brings roses, thundering hooves and the color of Churchill Downs to the shelf. That makes it a natural gift for the friend who throws the Derby party, the colleague who collects annual releases, or anyone with Kentucky roots. Inside, the bourbon is distilled in Versailles, Kentucky, from corn, rye and malted barley using copper pot and column stills, then matured in new charred American oak. Expect vanilla and caramel on the nose with toasted oak, soft dried fruit and gentle spice, followed by a smooth, honeyed palate and a clean, warming finish. At 90.4 proof it is generous enough to sip neat or over a large cube, yet it builds a classic Mint Julep or Old Fashioned just as easily. The full liter size means there is plenty to share when the horses hit the track.
Pairs well with
- Derby Day watch party — Its smooth caramel and vanilla profile makes it an easy crowd pleaser neat or stirred into Mint Juleps as the race goes off.
- Pecan pie or bread pudding — The honeyed sweetness and baking spice on the palate echo the caramelized, spiced notes of classic Southern desserts.
- Father's Day gift — A collectible commemorative bottle with a warming, oak-framed finish suits the dad who enjoys a slow pour and a bourbon shelf worth showing off.
Questions about this bottle
What bourbon is inside the Derby 152 Edition bottle?
It is Woodford Reserve's Distiller's Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon, presented in an annual commemorative limited release with race-day artwork celebrating the 152nd Kentucky Derby. It is made at the Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky.
What does it taste like?
The nose opens with vanilla and caramel layered with toasted oak, soft dried fruit and gentle spice. The palate is smooth and balanced, with caramel, vanilla, honeyed sweetness, subtle baking spice and seasoned oak, leading to a clean, warming finish with lingering vanilla and light spice.
How is it best enjoyed?
Sip it neat or over a single large ice cube to appreciate its balance. It also shines in classic bourbon cocktails, most notably the Mint Julep, the official drink of the Derby, or a timeless Old Fashioned.
What size and strength is this bottle?
This is a 1000 ml bottle bottled at 45.2% ABV, or 90.4 proof. It carries no age statement and is matured in new charred American oak barrels after distillation in copper pot and column stills.
