Woodford Reserve Barrel Strength Rye Whiskey 125.1 Proof
62.55% ABV (125.1 proof) | 750mL | Kentucky straight rye whiskey — Woodford Reserve Barrel Strength Rye is the distillery's first-ever barrel-strength rye: a limited release drawn from approximately 120 barrels, bottled at a full 125.1 proof — uncut, straight from the barrel. The mash bill is Woodford's high-rye recipe (53% rye, 33% corn, 14% malted barley), and the proof keeps every bit of the barrel's intensity. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.
At full strength it's a powerhouse: bold rye spice, dark caramel, toasted oak and dried fruit, with the long, warming finish barrel-proof whiskey is made for. Among cask-strength ryes, this is the one Woodford fans have been asking for — the distillery's rye, finally uncut. A splash of water opens the caramel and spice; collectors will want it unopened, too.
Tasting notes
Nose: bold rye spice, caramel, toasted oak, dried fruit. Palate: full and intense; rye spice, dark caramel, brown sugar, oak, pepper. Finish: long, warming, powerful.
Why buy it from Del Mesa Liquor
- 125.1 proof / 62.55% ABV — 750mL; the first barrel-strength rye from Woodford Reserve
- Limited release — approximately 120 barrels; high-rye mash bill (53/33/14)
- Uncut, straight from the barrel — maximum intensity
- From Woodford Reserve Distillery, Versailles, Kentucky
- Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor
How to serve it
Neat with a splash of water to open it up; a big cube for slower sipping. Built for whiskey lovers who like it strong.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the first Woodford barrel-strength rye?
Yes — this is the distillery's first barrel-strength rye release, a limited edition from ~120 barrels.
What is the mash bill?
53% rye, 33% corn, 14% malted barley — Woodford's high-rye recipe.
How is it different from standard Woodford Rye?
The standard rye is bottled at 90.4 proof; this release is uncut at 125.1 proof — a completely different intensity.
Is it limited?
Yes — a limited release from approximately 120 barrels.