BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 15 October, by Susan Reigler
Woodford Reserve Marks Its Silver Anniversary, Plus Has New Partnership with Williams-Sonoma
Woodford Reserve Distillery celebrated its 25th anniversary on 11 October when Master Distiller Chris Morris and Assistant Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall barreled whiskey in a special ceremony. Morris noted, “We are planning for the future as we see no signs that the bourbon boom is slowing down. More and more consumers worldwide are discovering one of the greatest exports from Kentucky — bourbon. And they are especially enjoying Woodford Reserve.”
Woodford Reserve is in the process of doubling its capacity, increasing its three copper pot stills to six. A new building will house utilities and storage space, making room for new fermenters in the current distillery building. Additional grain and barrel unloading areas, as well as a training center for employees, are planned.
The Woodford Reserve family of brands now includes five permanent expressions...
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