Willett Pot Still Reserve

Willett Pot Still Reserve is a premium bourbon whiskey from the Willett Distillery. It is a special edition bourbon that is produced exclusively for connoisse urs who appreciate exceptional quality and a rich, luscious, and delicious alternative to their typical whiskey bourbon. The Willett Pot Still Reserve is a fantastic bourbon with numerous honors and accolades to back it up. The industry has recognized and supported it as one of the most excellent bourbons in its class.

Description

Willett Pot Still Reserve is a small batch straight bourbon whiskey. It is thought that the company has transitioned the Pot Still Reserve Straight Bourbon to use 100% in-house distillate [6]. Prior, it had been sourced from another distillate that was about 8–10 years old, rumored to be from nearby Heaven Hill Distillery [6]. It is labeled a straight bourbon without an age statement, the liquid inside each bottle must have aged for at least four years in new charred oak barrels [6].

Tasting Notes

The flavor profile of Willett Pot Still Reserve combines notes of cherry, fresh figs, citrus, honey, vanilla, oak, barrel funk, baking spices, dusty leather, boiled peanuts, mint, caramel, dark chocolate, peanut brittle, thyme, and dill [6]. The finish is long and complex, with a complex sharpness that swirls around the palate as the last sip dissipates [6].

Details

• ABV: 47%
• Age: No age statement
• Mashbill: 65/20/15 (Wheated Bourbon)
• Proof: 94 Proof
• Size: 750ml
• Origin: Kentucky
• Distillery: Willett Distillery
• Includes Box: Yes

Purchase Information

• Original price: $52
• Current price: Varies by retailer
• Available at select liquor stores and online retailers.

Information

Willett Pot Still Reserve is a versatile spirit that can be enjoyed in various ways. It can be sipped neat or on the rocks to appreciate its intricate flavors. Additionally, it pairs well with a range of mixers and can be used as a base in classic bourbon cocktails like the Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour. The versatility of Willett Pot Still Reserve makes it suitable for both savoring and mixing in cocktails according to individual preferences.

According to [2], Willett Pot Still is already smooth before any ice is added, so you don’t really need to use it. It is hereby labeled as the “Japanese Whisky” of American bourbons considering how soft and perfume-y it is.